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LG08 LGX

2008 Honda Civic

Red Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,760 mi
Last recorded137,760 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 LGX
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 137,760 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

corrosion on rear axle

Fail 14 Feb 2026 137,724 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion on rear axle

Pass 22 Feb 2025 134,727 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 128,791 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n.s & o.s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n.s & o.s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded n.s & o.s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n.s & o.s (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front shock absorber casing corroded n.s & o.s

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn n.s & o.s (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n.s & o.s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n.s & o.s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear shock absorber casing corroded n.s & o.s

presented in wet condition

undertrays fitted

Fail 30 Jan 2023 128,782 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high WILL NOT AJUST. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225-45X17W) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak ADVISE BOTH SIDES ,TOP MOUNTS & DROP LINKS. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn BOTH REAR AXLE BUSHES WORN OUT. (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Front BOTH HEAD LIGHT LENSES DETERIORATING.

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BOTH FRONT TRACK ROD END RUBBERS PERISHING. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front NSF DOOR MIRROR SIDE REPEATER SLIGHTLY DIM,ADVISE REPLACE SOON.

Nearside Rear NSR TYRE 2016 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE,ADVISE OLD & DETERIORATING.

OUTER SILL COVERS FITTED.

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear BOTH REAR NUMBER PLATE LIGHT VERY DIM & SHOULD BE REPLACED A.S.A.P.(URGENT!)

UNDER FLOOR COVERS OBSCURING SOME TESTABLE ITEMS.

Pass 19 Jan 2022 121,244 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

DAMAGE TO NSF WHEEL ARCH.

Nearside Rear NSR TYRE 2016 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE,ADVISE OLD & DETERIORATING.(225-45X17W)

Rear Inner REAR INNER BRAKE PADS NOT VISIBLE WITH WHEELS ON.

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn REAR AXLE BUSHES SHOWING SIGNS OF WEAR. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

TORBO INTER COOLER SLIGHTLY INSECURE.

UNDER FLOOR COVERS OBSCURING SOME TESTABLE ITEMS.

Pass 11 Jan 2021 117,554 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

UNDER BODY COVERS OBSCURING SOME TESTABLE ITEMS.

Pass 27 Dec 2019 111,138 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2019 111,132 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 105,459 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 101,526 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 96,538 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 88,148 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 77,567 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 57,300 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 57,310 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 48,675 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Feb 2012 47,715 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 47,715 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 36,509 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Civic?

Based on 9,391,580 MOT tests across 693,715 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,044
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
693,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 307,913
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 187,316
Stop lamp not working 163,967
position lamp(s) not working 160,748
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132,914
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LG08 LGX is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 78,524 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Civic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 307,913 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG08 LGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Civic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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LG08 LGX is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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