2008 Honda Civic 2.0L Petrol · AF08 USS
2008 Honda Civic (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 134,292 miles. MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 May 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- HONDA CIVIC
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 134,292 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
AF08 USS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 25/08/2025
- 134,292 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AF08 USS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Honda Civic (AF08 USS) between June 2024 and August 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 25 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (11 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
AF08 USS Mileage History
- 08/06/2024129,556 mi
- 27/08/2024130,245 mi+689 mi
- 27/08/2024130,245 mi
- 25/08/2025134,292 mi+4,047 mi
- 25/08/2025134,292 mi
Average of roughly 3,905 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Proceed with significant caution. This v
Prioritise a professional diagnostic check on the electrical systems. The MOT history shows repeated warnings regarding the Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) and the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) across multiple years. These are safety-critical components that cannot be verified by a visual inspection alone.
Negotiate based on the documented history of suspension and lighting failures. Ensure you request proof that the previous failures—specifically the corroded rear coil springs and the leaking offside front shock absorber—have been rectified with quality parts rather than temporary fixes.
As a 2.0L petrol model, running costs will be higher than the smaller displacement variants of the Civic. You should expect moderate fuel consumption typical for a non-hybrid petrol engine of this era.
Tax and insurance will depend on the specific insurance group, but the 1998cc engine size suggests a mid-range bracket. Maintenance costs may be elevated due to the age of the vehicle and the history of component replacements like shock absorbers and coil springs.
Inspect the underside of the vehicle thoroughly for signs of corrosion, following the 2024 failure regarding corroded rear coil springs. Check the condition of all shock absorbers, specifically looking for fluid leaks similar to the offside front failure recorded in June 2024.
Test all exterior lighting, including registration plate lamps and stop lamps, as these have been recurring failure points in the recent MOT history. Most importantly, ensure the dashboard is free of warning lights; the history shows multiple instances of ABS and SRS (airbag) fault lamps being illuminated.
This 2008 black Honda Civic has covered 134,292 miles, which is significantly higher than the model average of 6,579 miles per year. The MOT history shows a pattern of failures involving the Supplementary Restraint System (SRS), braking components, and lighting. While it passed its most recent test in August 2025, the frequency of failures suggests a need for thorough mechanical scrutiny.
The aggregate data for this model shows a 78.1% MOT pass rate, suggesting common points of failure across the fleet.
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