2008 Honda Civic 1.8L Petrol · OW08 AEN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT on August 5, 2025, 172,666 miles. While the car failed exactly one day prior at the same mileage, the lack of recorded defects on the passing certificate suggests a minor or rectifyable issue that was immediately addressed. The trend of clean passes over the last two annual cycles indicates that the vehicle is currently meeting the minimum safety standards despite its age. At 18 years old, the 2008 Honda Civic has averaged approximately 9,600 miles per year, which aligns closely with typical UK usage for a car of this era. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with 15,432 miles covered between August 2023 and August 2024, and another 15,807 miles covered between 2024 and 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than left stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent internal engine degradation and brake component-related seizing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and suspension components, as the high mileage and age of the vehicle often accelerate wear on rubber bushings and ball joints. Given the recent failure in August 2025 followed by an immediate pass, a close look at the brake system and lighting assemblies is advisable to ensure the repairs were thorough. The buyer should also check for signs of corrosion on the underbody sills and rear wheel arches, as these are common failure points for this generation of Civic as they approach the two hundred thousand-mile mark.