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OV08 PZW

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

69,291 mi
Last recorded69,291 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 69,291 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2023 67,977 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2023 66,743 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 3 Jan 2023 66,743 miles

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

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 66,149 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 65,317 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 59,521 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 51,255 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 6 Jun 2018 51,255 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 7 Jun 2017 46,440 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 42,044 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 37,319 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

near side rear tyre cracked

Pass 9 Jun 2014 31,358 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 28,993 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 26,071 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 26,071 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 24,978 miles

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)

o/s/r tyre has slice in outer sidewall (cords not exposed) tyre on 3.0mm

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 PZW is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 PZW, 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 PZW registered?

OV08 PZW is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 8 April 2008.

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The MOT history for OV08 PZW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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