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LO08 BYL

2008 Honda Accord

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

109,293 mi
Last recorded109,293 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 BYL
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 109,293 miles

Rear sub-frame has surface corrosion also vehicle fitted with sill covers

Pass 18 Feb 2025 106,350 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2025 106,348 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 100,115 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 93,789 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 87,369 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 81,364 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2021 81,286 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

exhaust flexi burst

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

coolant low

Pass 27 Feb 2020 73,609 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Mar 2019 65,998 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 58,283 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 50,524 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 40,658 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 35,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 35,421 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 31,576 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 27,342 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 22,898 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 20,892 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

ns washer needs adjusting

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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LO08 BYL is a 2008 Honda Accord in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 LO08 BYL, 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 LO08 BYL?

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What year was LO08 BYL registered?

LO08 BYL is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is LO08 BYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO08 BYL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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