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MW08 HLX

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2025
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

139,529 mi
Last recorded139,529 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW08 HLX
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2024 139,529 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2024 139,527 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Body mounting fixings insecure wing (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2024 139,338 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light on (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 127,383 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2022 127,383 miles

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

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 118,339 miles

Rear heat shields loose

Fail 8 Dec 2021 118,335 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm/ bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear heat shields loose

Pass 6 Jan 2021 111,861 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm/ worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm/ worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 111,724 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm/ worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm/ worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 105,335 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 98,604 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2018 98,604 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2017 91,792 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 84,504 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 77,210 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 68,481 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 54,763 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Jun 2013 54,763 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2012 41,718 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 29,588 miles

offside front wiper split (slight)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 29,588 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

offside front wiper split (slight)

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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MW08 HLX is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 MW08 HLX, 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 MW08 HLX registered?

MW08 HLX is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is MW08 HLX safe to buy?

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