CarVerify

Free Car Check

MT08 HCE

2008 Honda Accord

Silver Petrol 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

167,272 mi
Last recorded167,272 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 HCE
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 167,272 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush at rear of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside (D) bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 160,837 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2025 160,661 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 151,364 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 142,946 miles

Nearside Front Outer sill slightly corroded

Nearside Front Outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 18 May 2022 133,918 miles

Front both headlight lenses slightly misty/hazy,engine covers /undertrays fitted

Pass 4 May 2021 125,353 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 118,803 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 107,799 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2018 91,735 miles

Nearside Front driving lamp lens damaged

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

exhaust heat shield loose (at fuel tank)

Pass 13 May 2017 78,723 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 64,084 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 48,359 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 32,859 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2013 26,340 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 22,283 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2011 17,799 miles

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

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
Full Honda Accord reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MT08 HCE is a 2008 Honda Accord in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MT08 HCE, 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 MT08 HCE?

You can check the full history of MT08 HCE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MT08 HCE registered?

MT08 HCE is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is MT08 HCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT08 HCE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MT08 HCE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MT08 HCE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.