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MA08 CHD

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

127,113 mi
Last recorded127,113 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 CHD
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 127,113 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

underbody general corrosion

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 11 Oct 2025 127,111 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

underbody general corrosion

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Oct 2024 122,569 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Underside heavily undersealed

Pass 13 Feb 2024 118,581 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers corroded / in poor condition

Rear shock absorbers and springs fitted

Sill covers fitted - Unable to fully inspect outer sills

Fail 8 Feb 2024 118,581 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened Rear axle - Bushes also worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust heat shields loose

Nearside Front Shock absorbers corroded / in poor condition

Offside Rear Brake backing plate loose and catching wheel

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

Rear shock absorbers and springs fitted

Sill covers fitted - Unable to fully inspect outer sills

Pass 20 Jan 2023 110,268 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened spring cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened spring cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill backings corroded n/s and o/s (7.1.1 (a) (i))

plastic sill covers fitted preventing full inspection

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2022 107,605 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Nail in tyre both sides ()

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear axle bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2022 107,602 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Nail in tyre both sides ()

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear axle bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 101,155 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2021 101,152 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 95,827 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 91,128 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Jun 2018 91,128 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2017 82,390 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 6 May 2016 70,941 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 70,941 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 61,142 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 61,142 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 53,563 miles

These are observations and do not require attention - Both front inner wings have partial liners fitted. Partial sill covers fitted. Floor pan covers fitted. Engine undershield fitted.

Pass 4 Mar 2013 44,587 miles

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

These are observations and do not require attention - Both front inner wings have partial liners fitted. Partial sill covers fitted. Floor pan covers fitted. Engine undershield fitted.

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge - still legal (tread not as deep as centre)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 36,807 miles

These are observations and do not require attention - Both front inner wings have partial liners fitted. Partial sill covers fitted. Engine undershield fitted. Floor pan covers fitted.

Pass 7 Mar 2011 27,363 miles

These are observations and do not require attention: Both front inner wings have partial liners fitted. Partial sill covers fitted. Full floor pan covers fitted. Engine undershield fitted.

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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MA08 CHD is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver 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 MA08 CHD, 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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MA08 CHD is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 19 March 2008.

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