MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
168,655 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
under tray fitted obscuring some components
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
long hand brake travel
sill covers fitted
n/s/f tyre wearing on both edges
sill covers fitted
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)
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)
rear tyres have uneve/stepped treadwear+getting lower on edges
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
both rear tyres have uneven/stepped treadwear
both rear tyres have slightly uneven treadwear
handbrake travel on limit
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
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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?
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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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