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JGZ 1196

2008 Honda Accord

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

140,552 mi
Last recorded140,552 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGZ 1196
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 140,552 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2025 135,243 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 131,236 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 126,494 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 126,140 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 119,085 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 112,162 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 106,450 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 102,420 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Oct 2019 102,413 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 96,718 miles

Nearside Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2018 96,718 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 93,380 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 91,809 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 91,809 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 83,245 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 71,409 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2015 71,409 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 61,158 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 51,209 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 50,062 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 44,104 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 44,085 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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JGZ 1196 is a 2008 Honda Accord in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 JGZ 1196, 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 JGZ 1196 registered?

JGZ 1196 is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is JGZ 1196 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGZ 1196 shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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