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MA08 XJZ

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,705 mi
Last recorded130,705 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2024 130,705 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output ns/os (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing ns/os (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns/os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 123,373 miles

Rear Axle has corrosion

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s, n/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2023 123,373 miles

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

Rear Axle has corrosion

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s, n/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 116,160 miles

Rear Axle slightly corroded

Fail 3 Dec 2022 116,160 miles

Rear Axle slightly corroded

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 109,071 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 105,052 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 100,947 miles

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

under vehicle and sill covers fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2018 93,311 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2017 85,843 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge. (4.1.E.1)

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

Pass 29 Nov 2016 79,506 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 71,938 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 28 Nov 2014 62,303 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 62,303 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 52,619 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 43,258 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 35,381 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 29,572 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 XJZ 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 83.3%.

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 XJZ, 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 XJZ registered?

MA08 XJZ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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