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EX08 RVK

2008 Honda Fr-v

Grey Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

117,278 mi
Last recorded117,278 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Fr-v85,224 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 RVK
MakeHonda
ModelFr-v
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 117,278 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 114,604 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 112,818 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2023 112,818 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2022 110,230 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 107,540 miles

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

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 105,782 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 96,562 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 92,369 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth slightly split but secure at present (1.1.2 (c))

Fail 27 Feb 2019 92,366 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Brake pedal wearing smooth slightly split but secure at present (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 85,906 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt wishbone (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt wishbone (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 76,225 miles

Front Nail in tyre ()

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush +ball joint dust covers and bushes deteriorated both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 69,184 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front wishbone ball joints - dust covers starting to deteriorate

Pass 3 Mar 2015 58,860 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

n/s front wiper blade rubber split at ends

Pass 24 Feb 2014 49,329 miles

Oil leak

suspect front pads getting low

Pass 4 Mar 2013 40,327 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 32,401 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 24,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Honda Fr-v?

Based on 261,543 MOT tests across 14,531 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
7,352
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
14,531
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,946
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,540
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,420
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 3,903
position lamp(s) not working 2,597
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EX08 RVK is a 2008 Honda Fr-v in Grey with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda Fr-v models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 85,224 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Fr-v fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,946 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX08 RVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Fr-v typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Fr-v is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX08 RVK registered?

EX08 RVK is a 2008 Honda Fr-v, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is EX08 RVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 RVK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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