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GL08 DVJ

2008 Honda Accord

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

146,393 mi
Last recorded146,393 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 DVJ
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 146,393 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2026 146,393 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2025 139,135 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 133,022 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 127,492 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2023 127,492 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2022 121,534 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2020 113,860 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2020 113,860 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2019 108,048 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2018 100,203 miles

Front Damage to bumper lower edge

Fail 24 Dec 2018 100,203 miles

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

Front Damage to bumper lower edge

Pass 21 Dec 2017 94,254 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 94,254 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 87,608 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 81,950 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2014 74,252 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 68,612 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

O/S/F tyre outer sidewall perished

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2013 59,945 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2012 49,390 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2011 33,757 miles

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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GL08 DVJ is a 2008 Honda Accord in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GL08 DVJ, 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.

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What year was GL08 DVJ registered?

GL08 DVJ is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is GL08 DVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 DVJ 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.

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