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OV08 CNU

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

63,703 mi
Last recorded63,703 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 CNU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 63,703 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 58,657 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 55,181 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2023 55,175 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2022 51,287 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 50,487 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 50,487 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 49,372 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 12 Mar 2021 49,372 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 48,853 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 46,051 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 42,361 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 39,009 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 39,009 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 35,561 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 32,463 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 30,228 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 27,351 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 25,067 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 20,843 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

unable to fully inspect under vehical as under trays fitted to vehical

Pass 18 Mar 2011 20,843 miles

unable to fully inspect under vehical as under trays fitted to vehical

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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OV08 CNU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 OV08 CNU, 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 OV08 CNU registered?

OV08 CNU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is OV08 CNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 CNU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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