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MA08 DFF

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

47,866 mi
Last recorded47,866 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 DFF
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 47,866 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 45,937 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 44,815 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 43,468 miles

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2022 41,915 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 40,548 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 8 Jul 2020 39,195 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2019 37,324 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 34,565 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 32,262 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 31,032 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 31,032 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 29,814 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 27,651 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 26,431 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 26,277 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 26,277 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 22,659 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2011 18,443 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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MA08 DFF is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 MA08 DFF, 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 MA08 DFF registered?

MA08 DFF is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is MA08 DFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA08 DFF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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