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MK08 YOC

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

158,755 mi
Last recorded158,755 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 YOC
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 158,755 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2026 158,751 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2025 147,204 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 131,494 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2024 131,494 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2023 115,312 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 103,784 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 90,587 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 84,264 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 80,972 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 80,972 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 77,569 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 73,074 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 69,309 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 63,480 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 51,348 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Number plates have a 3d effect on them.

Pass 12 Feb 2013 43,031 miles

3D format number plates fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2012 34,357 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 25,667 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 YOC is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YOC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MK08 YOC registered?

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

Is MK08 YOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK08 YOC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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