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RA08 AVE

2008 Honda Accord

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,978 mi
Last recorded71,978 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 AVE
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 71,978 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 68,525 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 31 May 2024 66,950 miles

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

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

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 2 Jun 2023 64,839 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 63,336 miles

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 15 Jun 2022 63,336 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 28 May 2021 61,229 miles

Front Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated lever too far up (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 27 May 2020 58,903 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 56,197 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 51,216 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 47,082 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 43,321 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 38,192 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 33,780 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 30,020 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 25,171 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 19,487 miles

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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RA08 AVE is a 2008 Honda Accord in Black with a 1,998cc 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 RA08 AVE, 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

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What year was RA08 AVE registered?

RA08 AVE is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is RA08 AVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA08 AVE 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.

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