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LG08 MSU

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,265 mi
Last recorded120,265 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 MSU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 120,265 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to rear joint corroded / deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under-side of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear bush (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall also slightly perished 205/55/R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear bush (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Sound deadening material not fully secure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 May 2026 120,265 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective lens deteriorated light output is significantly reduced nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to rear joint corroded / deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under-side of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear bush (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall also slightly perished 205/55/R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear bush (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Sound deadening material not fully secure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 116,622 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 110,567 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2024 110,565 miles

Emissions unable to be completed test aborted c.o & hc levels too high blocked emissions tester (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 105,422 miles

nearside mirror casing damaged

exhaust bracket broken

Pass 10 Jun 2022 98,636 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 98,636 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mid section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 92,927 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 81,940 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 77,660 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 72,819 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 72,819 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively badly split (8.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2016 67,969 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 67,969 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2015 61,789 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 52,280 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 46,768 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 36,109 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 26,164 miles

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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 MSU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MSU, 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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What year was LG08 MSU registered?

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

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