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AA08 RXV

2008 Honda Civic

Red Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

145,636 mi
Last recorded145,636 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 RXV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2024 145,636 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Dec 2023 142,499 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 Dec 2023 142,437 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2023 139,608 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2022 139,558 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 136,468 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 132,727 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 124,438 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 116,210 miles

headlamp lenses deteriated

rear shockers corroded

suspension arm rear bushes deteriated

Fail 18 Jun 2018 116,210 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

headlamp lenses deteriated

rear shockers corroded

suspension arm rear bushes deteriated

Pass 21 Jun 2017 106,616 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 106,615 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 96,720 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 96,720 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 83,329 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2014 67,392 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2013 51,838 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 51,838 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 41,704 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 36,492 miles

offside front side repeator lens cracked

Fail 13 Jun 2011 36,492 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

offside front side repeator lens cracked

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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AA08 RXV is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AA08 RXV, 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 AA08 RXV registered?

AA08 RXV is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is AA08 RXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 RXV shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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