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OV08 RCF

2008 Honda Cr-v

Grey Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

136,902 mi
Last recorded136,902 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Honda Cr-v90,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 RCF
MakeHonda
ModelCr-v
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022 136,902 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 136,901 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 129,118 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Fail 30 Jul 2021 129,118 miles

Brake performance not tested not tested due to loss of power steering (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front 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 Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose modification unsafe high pressure pipe leaking with inadequate repair (2.1.5 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust system heavily corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2020 127,334 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover starting to perish (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector insecure Reflector cracked/damaged (4.8.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Rear exhaust joint to centre exhaust box/mounting bracket rusty (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Jul 2020 127,322 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working Side repeater very dull during operation (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Upper side light not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover starting to perish (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector insecure Reflector cracked/damaged (4.8.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Rear exhaust joint to centre exhaust box/mounting bracket rusty (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 May 2019 125,444 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 May 2019 125,444 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 May 2018 121,271 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 108,165 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

exhaust rear joint corroded

Pass 16 May 2016 97,988 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2015 87,182 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jun 2014 73,099 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jun 2013 63,127 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Jun 2012 51,729 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2011 39,368 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2011 39,246 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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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OV08 RCF is a 2008 Honda Cr-v in Grey with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OV08 RCF, 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 OV08 RCF registered?

OV08 RCF is a 2008 Honda Cr-v, first registered on 8 April 2008.

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