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LB08 MGU

2008 Honda Accord

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

81,084 mi
Last recorded81,084 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 MGU
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 81,084 miles

Bumper fittings are in a poor condition.

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2025 78,572 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both front headlamp lens slightly deteriorated. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Various patches of slight corrosion to underside of vehicle & suspension components.

Fail 27 Aug 2025 78,572 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both front headlamp lens slightly deteriorated. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Various patches of slight corrosion to underside of vehicle & suspension components.

Pass 27 Aug 2024 77,376 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2024 77,376 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 73,799 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres slightly perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 72,437 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 71,801 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 69,642 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 69,545 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2019 69,545 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 68,526 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 66,819 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 59,078 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 59,078 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 45,624 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 40,959 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2013 33,507 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2012 24,491 miles

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 19 May 2011 15,774 miles

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)

Fail 19 May 2011 15,774 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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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LB08 MGU is a 2008 Honda Accord in Silver with a 1,998cc 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 LB08 MGU, 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 LB08 MGU registered?

LB08 MGU is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is LB08 MGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB08 MGU 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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