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MK08 UHR

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

131,155 mi
Last recorded131,155 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 UHR
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 131,155 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle has corrosion to suspension components, mounting points , inner sills both side and floor

Vehicle has sill covers fitted outer both sides

Fail 11 Feb 2026 131,141 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle has corrosion to suspension components, mounting points , inner sills both side and floor

Vehicle has sill covers fitted outer both sides

Pass 14 Feb 2025 128,290 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 123,665 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output All the way across is misted (4.1.4 (b))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside ()

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Axle corroded

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Nearside and offside (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 121,180 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2023 121,180 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 118,637 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 119,345 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 116,007 miles

Front fog lamps not working

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 111,135 miles

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

sill covers fitted

Fail 27 Jan 2020 111,135 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2019 101,079 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 84,812 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 84,640 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2017 63,837 miles

Offside Front Oil leak ()

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

Pass 29 Jan 2016 54,259 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 47,797 miles

Nearside wiper blade split.

Fail 8 Feb 2014 39,563 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 39,563 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 22,244 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 15,129 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 UHR is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,799cc petrol 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 MK08 UHR, 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 UHR registered?

MK08 UHR is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is MK08 UHR safe to buy?

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