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AB04 TAZ

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

83,941 mi
Last recorded83,941 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB04 TAZ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 83,941 miles

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

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

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))

Pass 14 Dec 2024 76,841 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2023 70,786 miles

Central Front Upper Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Sunstrip (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Dec 2022 65,216 miles

Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Sunstrip (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Split To Outer Sidewall - But Cords Not Visable (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 58,067 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Sunstrip (3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Dec 2021 58,067 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Sunstrip (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. Bulb Fitted Incorrectly (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 52,218 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 46,493 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 39,677 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 37,012 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2018 37,012 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2017 33,790 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 30,490 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 26,903 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 23,610 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 20,241 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 18,115 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)

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

rear tyres cracking in treads

Pass 16 Mar 2011 15,333 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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AB04 TAZ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AB04 TAZ, 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 AB04 TAZ registered?

AB04 TAZ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is AB04 TAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB04 TAZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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