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R5 VAD

2008 Honda Cr-v

Silver Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

178,890 mi
Last recorded178,890 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Honda Cr-v90,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 VAD
MakeHonda
ModelCr-v
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2021 178,890 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 16 Apr 2021 178,890 miles

Nearside Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 172,749 miles

Nearside Rear Inner drive shaft boot

Fail 17 Mar 2020 172,749 miles

Nearside Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner drive shaft boot

Pass 9 Apr 2019 166,947 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 166,947 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2015 161,062 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 161,062 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 148,633 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 148,032 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 136,974 miles

Brake and clutch pedal rubbers are worn/split.

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 19 Nov 2013 136,973 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Brake and clutch pedal rubbers are worn/split.

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 127,615 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 101,336 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 68,971 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 51,350 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 24,975 miles

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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R5 VAD is a 2008 Honda Cr-v in Silver with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 R5 VAD, 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 R5 VAD registered?

R5 VAD is a 2008 Honda Cr-v, first registered on 1 February 2008.

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