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GF08 EVG

2008 Honda Fr-v

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

144,142 mi
Last recorded144,142 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Fr-v85,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 EVG
MakeHonda
ModelFr-v
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 144,142 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2025 144,142 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 116,342 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2024 116,342 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 112,230 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2021 99,880 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 99,880 miles

Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 76,219 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front & rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 73,786 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 73,786 miles

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

Rear Service brake excessively binding nearside and offside (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 66,490 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 59,457 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 55,165 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 50,114 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 45,522 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 41,737 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 33,600 miles

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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GF08 EVG is a 2008 Honda Fr-v in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GF08 EVG, 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 GF08 EVG registered?

GF08 EVG is a 2008 Honda Fr-v, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is GF08 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 EVG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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