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MA08 TLU

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

118,122 mi
Last recorded118,122 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 TLU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 118,122 miles

Rear both side suspension mounting areas have marks of filler and covered in under seal

both side sills and suspension mounting areas corroded

both side sills and suspension mounting areas corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2024 116,115 miles

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

Rear both side suspension mounting areas have marks of filler and covered in under seal

both side sills and suspension mounting areas corroded

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2023 111,764 miles

Under tray/covers fitted.

Fail 19 Sep 2023 111,761 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting close to axle mount. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting close to axle mount. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Under tray/covers fitted.

Pass 29 Sep 2022 107,618 miles

Front wiper rubbers split

Offside side repeater cracked damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 104,252 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 100,439 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2019 97,644 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Small cracks (0.1 (b))

NSF outer drivers door handle cover missing.

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 93,026 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 88,038 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 81,271 miles

Offside Rear slight bind from brake

Pass 5 Oct 2015 75,567 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 75,567 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 66,787 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 60,269 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 55,628 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 50,994 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 42,294 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 TLU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 TLU, 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 TLU registered?

MA08 TLU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is MA08 TLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA08 TLU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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