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MT08 BVU

2008 Honda Cr-v

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

151,270 mi
Last recorded151,270 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cr-v90,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 BVU
MakeHonda
ModelCr-v
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 151,270 miles

all suspension components and sub frames are very heavily corroded

Fail 1 May 2026 151,258 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Brake performance unable to be tested vehicle is in such a condition a brake performance test could result in damage or injury (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached d bush bolt missing from hold down bracket (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired chassis leg corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis heavily corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

all suspension components and sub frames are very heavily corroded

Pass 2 May 2025 146,459 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear including all coil springs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 139,195 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))

rear subframe and associated parts corroded

Pass 14 Apr 2023 134,016 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2023 134,016 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 129,464 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 121,871 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 113,964 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 106,361 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 97,814 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 89,318 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 89,318 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 82,006 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 74,237 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 68,041 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 64,510 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 60,967 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 50,557 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 May 2011 50,497 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cr-v?

Based on 4,177,643 MOT tests across 304,403 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
6,787
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
304,403
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62,925
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46,867
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44,532
position lamp(s) not working 40,820
Stop lamp not working 35,888
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MT08 BVU is a 2008 Honda Cr-v in Black with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cr-v models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 90,548 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cr-v fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 62,925 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT08 BVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cr-v typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cr-v is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MT08 BVU registered?

MT08 BVU is a 2008 Honda Cr-v, first registered on 19 May 2008.

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