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MA08 TKU

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

76,049 mi
Last recorded76,049 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 TKU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 76,049 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 76,022 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2022 76,022 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 73,560 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Aug 2021 73,560 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 71,520 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Aug 2020 71,520 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 69,417 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 66,476 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 62,744 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 56,803 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 50,195 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)

Pass 13 May 2014 41,648 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 13 May 2014 41,648 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2013 32,554 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2012 25,718 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 19,131 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 19,131 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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 TKU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 TKU, 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 TKU registered?

MA08 TKU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is MA08 TKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA08 TKU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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