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LV08 ELX

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

190,499 mi
Last recorded190,499 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 ELX
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 190,499 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55R16 97W (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55R16 97W (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 170,206 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 161,242 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 144,645 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2021 131,428 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 131,428 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 119,780 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 118,247 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 113,464 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 106,212 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 102,031 miles

covers fitted to bottom

Pass 13 Apr 2015 97,824 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 92,866 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Mar 2013 85,829 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 85,829 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 80,586 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 55,790 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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LV08 ELX is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LV08 ELX, 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 LV08 ELX registered?

LV08 ELX is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is LV08 ELX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 ELX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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