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LR08 VAU

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

85,113 mi
Last recorded85,113 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 VAU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2020 85,113 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing around inner and outer walls and tread, cords or ply not showing yet (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and has damage around inner and outer walls, cords or ply not showing yet. 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 80,534 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2019 80,512 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 75,258 miles

N/S/F wing insert insecure

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fail 16 Mar 2018 75,224 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

N/S/F wing insert insecure

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 67,819 miles

n/s headlamp aim slightly vague

Fail 22 Mar 2017 67,819 miles

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

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

n/s headlamp aim slightly vague

Pass 19 Mar 2016 59,839 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 53,272 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2015 53,272 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2014 47,230 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 40,260 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Mar 2012 32,581 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 24,066 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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LR08 VAU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LR08 VAU, 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 LR08 VAU registered?

LR08 VAU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 24 March 2008.

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