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SX08 MBY

2008 Honda Civic Type R

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,248 mi
Last recorded92,248 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX08 MBY
MakeHonda
ModelCivic Type R
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 92,248 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2025 92,248 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 85,169 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 78,947 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 77,719 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Civic Type R?

Based on 390 MOT tests across 239 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
5,226
Miles/Year
239
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 5
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 2
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SX08 MBY is a 2008 Honda Civic Type R in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Honda Civic Type R fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SX08 MBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was SX08 MBY registered?

SX08 MBY is a 2008 Honda Civic Type R, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is SX08 MBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SX08 MBY shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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