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LO08 PWZ

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

90,102 mi
Last recorded90,102 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 PWZ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 90,102 miles

Nearside Rear tyre is asymmetric fitment but fitted incorrectly

Pass 10 Feb 2025 88,615 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 87,820 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 84,818 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2022 84,818 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 81,448 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 81,438 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 78,472 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2020 78,465 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2019 74,860 miles

parking/service brake efficiency just met requirement

Pass 30 Aug 2018 70,957 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 70,957 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 67,258 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 67,258 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 63,012 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 58,436 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 58,436 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 54,374 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 54,374 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 47,339 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 39,796 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 29,858 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 PWZ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PWZ, 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 PWZ registered?

LO08 PWZ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is LO08 PWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO08 PWZ shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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