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MA08 DTX

2008 Honda Civic

Red Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

168,655 mi
Last recorded168,655 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 DTX
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 168,655 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Jul 2023 160,956 miles

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

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2022 153,256 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 146,747 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2020 136,841 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Jul 2020 136,832 miles

Nearside Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both front sides (5.3.2 (b))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 128,775 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 128,775 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fail 10 Jul 2019 128,688 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

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

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

coolant level low

Pass 2 Jul 2018 119,541 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 114,583 miles

long hand brake travel

sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2016 109,425 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on both edges

sill covers fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2015 102,583 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 2 Jul 2015 102,583 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 93,616 miles

rear tyres have uneve/stepped treadwear+getting lower on edges

Pass 8 Jul 2013 82,409 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres have uneven/stepped treadwear

Pass 6 Jul 2012 66,424 miles

both rear tyres have slightly uneven treadwear

handbrake travel on limit

Fail 4 Jul 2012 66,424 miles

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

both rear tyres have slightly uneven treadwear

handbrake travel on limit

Pass 7 Jul 2011 49,788 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 47,157 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2011 47,157 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

NSR tyre has nail.

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

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 DTX is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 MA08 DTX, 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 DTX is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 5 May 2008.

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