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FM08 KBV

2008 Honda Accord

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

252,205 mi
Last recorded252,205 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 KBV
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2021 252,205 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides - lens cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 211,258 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 186,409 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 173,812 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 144,617 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 20 Jun 2016 144,217 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Jun 2015 122,090 miles

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2014 110,185 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 24 Jun 2013 101,724 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 98,828 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 69,972 miles

Slight play in steering rack track rods

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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FM08 KBV is a 2008 Honda Accord in Black with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FM08 KBV, 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 FM08 KBV registered?

FM08 KBV is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is FM08 KBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 KBV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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