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LG08 XMR

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

136,667 mi
Last recorded136,667 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 XMR
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 136,667 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 133,120 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2025 133,120 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 129,274 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin all on the limit brakes squeeking (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 123,064 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 118,111 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 114,437 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 6 Jan 2021 114,437 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 110,535 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside + Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside + Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Valve stem slightly damaged All four (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 24 Jun 2019 110,351 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Valve stem slightly damaged all four (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 93,589 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Jun 2017 82,578 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 72,337 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 65,272 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Jun 2015 65,272 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2014 58,793 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 58,793 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2013 52,734 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 46,917 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 May 2011 40,809 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 39,999 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 XMR is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 XMR, 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 XMR registered?

LG08 XMR is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 3 March 2008.

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