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OV08 LSO

2008 Honda Civic

Bronze Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

134,356 mi
Last recorded134,356 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 LSO
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 134,356 miles

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

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front\rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2025 133,553 miles

Nearside Rear Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected discs back plate corroded and breaking up (1.1.21 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing case is heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing case is heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs are heavily corroded and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 9 Mar 2025 133,547 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected discs back plate corroded and breaking up (1.1.21 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing case is heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing case is heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs are heavily corroded and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 131,231 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 128,235 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle 1 (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing axle 2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 125,189 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 125,189 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 122,077 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 119,468 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 116,882 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 116,807 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rusting on underbody and suspension

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2017 109,351 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

rusting on rear suspension

undertray fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2016 99,381 miles

under-trays fitted

Fail 1 Oct 2016 99,381 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

under-trays fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2015 91,929 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2014 78,928 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Sep 2013 65,739 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2013 60,816 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Feb 2013 60,816 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2012 44,423 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 32,110 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 24 Feb 2011 32,108 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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 LSO is a 2008 Honda Civic in Bronze with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LSO, 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 LSO is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 3 April 2008.

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