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OE08 PVP

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

115,296 mi
Last recorded115,296 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 PVP
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 115,296 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front to rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front to rear along both rear inner sill repair cover with some thick material (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2025 115,278 miles

Emissions unable to be completed exhaust leaking (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

underside various parts and components cover with protection seal

Pass 6 Sep 2024 112,593 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 109,411 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 104,403 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 100,461 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2021 100,453 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut in tread area to cord. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses slightly discolored. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight grease seepage from between the pleats. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 93,366 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 93,146 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Very slight exhaust blow

Pass 4 Sep 2019 88,931 miles

Exhaust mounting defective mount broken off pipe (by rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 4 Sep 2019 88,931 miles

Exhaust mounting defective mount broken off pipe (by rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2018 85,586 miles

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 5 Aug 2017 70,689 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc corroding inner surface

engine cover and undertrays fitted some items not seen

exhaust catalyst converter heat shield insecure (rattles)

rear exhaust silencer support bracket detatched but still supported by two other brackets

Fail 5 Aug 2017 70,689 miles

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc corroding inner surface

engine cover and undertrays fitted some items not seen

exhaust catalyst converter heat shield insecure (rattles)

rear exhaust silencer support bracket detatched but still supported by two other brackets

Pass 13 Aug 2016 53,854 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 38,381 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 38,381 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 33,546 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 29,849 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 25,914 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 21,715 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 PVP is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,339cc 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 OE08 PVP, 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 PVP registered?

OE08 PVP is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 11 August 2008.

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