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OV08 FEK

2008 Honda Civic

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2022
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

168,018 mi
Last recorded168,018 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 FEK
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2021 168,018 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Apr 2021 168,013 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 165,702 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 165,702 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 149,625 miles

Engine oil leak

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 138,580 miles

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

both front tyres side wall damaged

Fail 9 Mar 2018 138,580 miles

Nearside Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both front tyres side wall damaged

Pass 10 Feb 2017 122,135 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2017 122,135 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 108,208 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 108,208 miles

Offside Rear Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 100,162 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 99,585 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 81,107 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 66,506 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 55,576 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 55,576 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 45,457 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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OV08 FEK is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 OV08 FEK, 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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OV08 FEK is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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