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MW08 VGJ

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

105,932 mi
Last recorded105,932 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW08 VGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 105,932 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

underbody corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2025 102,585 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2025 102,585 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick on metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 May 2024 95,450 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2023 87,181 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Jun 2023 87,181 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Jun 2022 79,228 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 73,393 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides very slight (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 68,493 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 64,084 miles

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

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))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 57,118 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2018 57,117 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 49,993 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

plastic sill covers fitted

underbody trays fitted

Fail 19 Jul 2017 49,993 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

plastic sill covers fitted

underbody trays fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2016 35,486 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2015 32,859 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

vehicle battery leaking acid/electrolyte

Pass 23 Jun 2014 29,290 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2013 24,139 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2012 19,307 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 14,104 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

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 VGJ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MW08 VGJ, 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 MW08 VGJ registered?

MW08 VGJ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is MW08 VGJ safe to buy?

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