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LP08 GKU

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

112,914 mi
Last recorded112,914 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 GKU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 112,914 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 103,209 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2024 103,209 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 93,600 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2023 93,600 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022 85,078 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 77,716 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 72,588 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 72,588 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both headlamps (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2019 66,577 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 61,506 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 57,045 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 55,378 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 53,097 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 50,360 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 45,413 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 41,564 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 37,341 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

plastic covers fitted to underside and outer body sills.

Fail 29 Jun 2011 37,341 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

plastic covers fitted to underside and outer body sills.

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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LP08 GKU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LP08 GKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LP08 GKU registered?

LP08 GKU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is LP08 GKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP08 GKU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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