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MA08 DXF

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,716 mi
Last recorded104,716 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 104,716 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2024 104,633 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Axle deformed and unserviceable heavily corroded (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 13 Nov 2023 104,462 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Axle deformed and unserviceable rotten (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

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 18 Nov 2022 99,399 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 99,396 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 92,543 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 87,994 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 82,963 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2019 82,963 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2018 75,164 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

fuel filler flap not locking

Pass 9 Nov 2017 70,819 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 65,071 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 65,070 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 57,637 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 57,637 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 52,685 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 48,064 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 42,807 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 33,093 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 33,093 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)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2011 24,179 miles

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

Offside 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 DXF is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DXF, 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 MA08 DXF registered?

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

Is MA08 DXF safe to buy?

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