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MJ08 ZBV

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,414 mi
Last recorded52,414 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 ZBV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 52,414 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 51,337 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 50,332 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 49,462 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 48,413 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule chassis to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule chassis to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 47,464 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 46,374 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 44,829 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 43,104 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inner and outer edges. (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Apr 2018 43,104 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inner and outer edges. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 40,736 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 38,391 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 36,034 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 33,489 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 30,751 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 27,021 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 27,021 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 20,681 miles

Front brake discs scored

Rear brake discs corroded

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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MJ08 ZBV is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 2,204cc diesel 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 MJ08 ZBV, 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 MJ08 ZBV registered?

MJ08 ZBV is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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The MOT history for MJ08 ZBV 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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