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BJ08 UPV

2008 Honda Accord

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,822 mi
Last recorded119,822 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 UPV
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2022 119,822 miles

Nearside Rear Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 5 Dec 2022 119,822 miles

Nearside Rear Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 114,052 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 114,052 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 1 Dec 2021 114,052 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 106,619 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 13 Nov 2020 106,603 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides rubbers worn and split (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misted up on outside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

general wear and score marks on both front brake discs

Pass 8 May 2019 100,144 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

n/s headlamp slightly dimmer than o/s

n/s tail lamp [one of two working]

slight cracking of o/s and n/s front anti/roll bar link boots and both front lower ball joint boots

Pass 25 Apr 2018 85,862 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 25 Apr 2018 85,862 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 72,380 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to cords inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to cords inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 May 2016 64,790 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted unable to test adult belt

Pass 7 May 2015 57,377 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 57,377 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 May 2014 50,535 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 43,117 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 33,941 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Child seats in N/S/R and N/S/F

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)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 24,067 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Due to child seats unable to check all three rear seat belts.

How Reliable is the Honda Accord?

Based on 2,311,969 MOT tests across 198,303 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,661
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
198,303
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,224
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78,175
position lamp(s) not working 60,219
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 53,983
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50,621
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BJ08 UPV is a 2008 Honda Accord in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Honda Accord models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 91,418 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 Accord fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ08 UPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Accord typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Accord is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ08 UPV registered?

BJ08 UPV is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is BJ08 UPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 UPV shows 18 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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