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RF08 EHT

2008 Honda Accord

Blue Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

137,989 mi
Last recorded137,989 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 EHT
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 137,989 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2025 137,782 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 134,244 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 133,802 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 127,145 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 126,764 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2021 122,235 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 118,441 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 118,441 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 100,880 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 92,466 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 92,466 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 19 May 2017 85,391 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 79,598 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 79,559 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush front bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush front bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 74,257 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 69,121 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 69,090 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 63,395 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2012 45,612 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 35,827 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 35,827 miles

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

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

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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RF08 EHT is a 2008 Honda Accord in Blue with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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

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 RF08 EHT, 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 RF08 EHT registered?

RF08 EHT is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is RF08 EHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 EHT shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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