CarVerify

Free Car Check

EJ08 VRM

2008 Honda Cr-v

Silver Diesel 2204cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

156,665 mi
Last recorded156,665 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cr-v90,548 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 VRM
MakeHonda
ModelCr-v
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 156,665 miles

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

Offside headlamp dipped beam dim, pattern just acceptable

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2026 156,665 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside headlamp dipped beam dim, pattern just acceptable

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2025 146,288 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2025 146,288 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working lamp full of water (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 132,910 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 132,726 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 119,649 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 112,429 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

Fail 6 Sep 2022 112,429 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 108,772 miles

brake pads starting to wear low

Pass 7 Sep 2020 107,164 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

rear brake pads starting to wear low

Pass 16 Apr 2019 104,103 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 101,668 miles

front tyre inner/outer treads worn low

Fail 18 Apr 2018 101,668 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

front tyre inner/outer treads worn low

Pass 20 Apr 2017 99,263 miles

Front tyre inner/outer treads worn low

Rear tyre treads starting to wear low

Pass 11 Mar 2016 96,271 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on the edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on the edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 86,014 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 71,353 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front lower arm bushes perished

N/S/R tyre has cut in tread not deep enough to reach cords

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2013 61,741 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front tyres perishing/cracking

N/S/F tyre worn very low on extreme edges

O/S/F tyre has cut in tread not deep enough to reach cords

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 May 2012 50,031 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 May 2011 37,373 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cr-v?

Based on 4,177,643 MOT tests across 304,403 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
6,787
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
304,403
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62,925
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46,867
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44,532
position lamp(s) not working 40,820
Stop lamp not working 35,888
Full Honda Cr-v reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EJ08 VRM is a 2008 Honda Cr-v in Silver with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cr-v models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 90,548 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 Cr-v fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 62,925 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EJ08 VRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cr-v typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cr-v is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EJ08 VRM?

You can check the full history of EJ08 VRM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EJ08 VRM registered?

EJ08 VRM is a 2008 Honda Cr-v, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is EJ08 VRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ08 VRM shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EJ08 VRM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EJ08 VRM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.