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LO08 DGU

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

75,138 mi
Last recorded75,138 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 DGU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 75,138 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2025 75,138 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 71,335 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 68,131 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 64,556 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 61,837 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 59,810 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 57,739 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 55,701 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 53,818 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 51,979 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 49,470 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perishing (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Perishing (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perishing (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 41,680 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perishing (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perishing (4.1.D.1e)

Slight oil leak

Pass 29 Aug 2014 32,511 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2013 21,641 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 16,210 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 8,936 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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LO08 DGU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LO08 DGU, 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 LO08 DGU registered?

LO08 DGU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is LO08 DGU safe to buy?

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