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OE08 BFV

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,912 mi
Last recorded94,912 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 BFV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 94,912 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside mirror cover damaged

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

Pass 27 Oct 2019 88,408 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2019 88,408 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 22 May 2018 77,440 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 72,332 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 72,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 May 2016 67,304 miles

offside front fog lamp damaged

rear brake discs corroding

Fail 1 May 2015 61,439 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 May 2015 61,439 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 51,712 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 43,603 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 33,976 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 33,916 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 25,998 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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OE08 BFV is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 OE08 BFV, 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 OE08 BFV registered?

OE08 BFV is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is OE08 BFV safe to buy?

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