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MA08 USY

2008 Honda Civic

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

165,903 mi
Last recorded165,903 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 USY
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 165,903 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2025 159,709 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 154,186 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 148,651 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 140,280 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 129,757 miles

front tyres shoulders worn

Pass 24 Jan 2020 123,614 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Valve stem slightly damaged All four valves (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 24 Jan 2020 123,614 miles

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

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Valve stem slightly damaged All four valves (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 116,679 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2019 116,679 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 109,339 miles

Central Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

O/S/F Tyre tread lifting & both worn on edges.

Under trays fitted

Fail 25 Jan 2018 109,339 miles

Central Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

O/S/F Tyre tread lifting & both worn on edges.

Under trays fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2017 104,362 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 97,589 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 97,589 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam and aim not tested (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 86,932 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 28 Jan 2015 86,914 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Fail 7 Aug 2013 73,562 miles

All brake discs worn and corroded

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Wipers smear slightly

Pass 7 Aug 2013 73,562 miles

All brake discs worn and corroded

Wipers smear slightly

Pass 17 Aug 2012 60,044 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 45,175 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r brake disc and caliper has been very hot

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 USY is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black 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 USY, 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 USY registered?

MA08 USY is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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