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MK08 PPU

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,019 mi
Last recorded21,019 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 PPU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2020 21,019 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 19,936 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 18,901 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 18,079 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 17,198 miles

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

all four valve stems perished and cracked.

Fail 3 Mar 2016 17,198 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt droplink (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt droplink (2.4.G.2)

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

all four valve stems perished and cracked.

Pass 25 Feb 2015 16,213 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 14,786 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2013 13,518 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 13,518 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 12,573 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 11,519 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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MK08 PPU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 MK08 PPU, 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 MK08 PPU registered?

MK08 PPU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is MK08 PPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK08 PPU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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