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MF08 VSG

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

91,892 mi
Last recorded91,892 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 VSG
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2021 91,892 miles

Exhaust centre box missing but noise level on border line

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

front tyres 225/40/18,rears 245/40/18

Fail 3 Mar 2021 91,892 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when position light on,then put brakes on position light go,s brighter- poss incorrect bulb fitted (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust centre box missing

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

front tyres 225/40/18,rears 245/40/18

Pass 11 Mar 2020 88,773 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 88,773 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 82,845 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 82,845 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 71,996 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 67,267 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 55,123 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 51,820 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 16 Oct 2014 46,522 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2014 46,522 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2013 40,227 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 34,651 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 34,469 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 31,498 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 22,373 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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MF08 VSG is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MF08 VSG, 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 MF08 VSG registered?

MF08 VSG is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 12 March 2008.

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