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FP08 GRU

2008 Honda Accord

Silver Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

210,993 mi
Last recorded210,993 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 GRU
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 210,993 miles

general corrosion under body

Pass 31 Jan 2024 204,940 miles

Under body has surface rust

slight engine oil leak

Pass 18 Mar 2022 204,393 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 199,229 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 195,407 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 195,407 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2019 188,626 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 180,387 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 180,387 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 172,528 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 164,854 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 156,175 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 146,224 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 139,178 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 133,267 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 124,998 miles

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

offside front side light dimmer than nearside

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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FP08 GRU is a 2008 Honda Accord in Silver with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FP08 GRU, 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

How do I check the history of FP08 GRU?

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What year was FP08 GRU registered?

FP08 GRU is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is FP08 GRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 GRU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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