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RF08 NKU

2008 Honda Accord

Blue Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

130,875 mi
Last recorded130,875 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 NKU
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2024 130,875 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both nearside and offside rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2024 130,869 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Headlamp aim too low Both nearside and offside front (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both nearside and offside rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 114,913 miles

general corrosion

Fail 25 Feb 2023 114,913 miles

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

general corrosion

Pass 22 Feb 2022 107,998 miles

general corrosion

Fail 21 Feb 2022 107,998 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

general corrosion

Pass 20 Feb 2021 102,551 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 95,342 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 88,624 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 88,408 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2018 78,151 miles

Nearside headlamp mask fitted to headlamp

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 68,758 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 50,224 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Feb 2015 38,689 miles

Both rear tyres are nearly bald on edges

Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 35,199 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 31,507 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 31,507 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 May 2012 27,843 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 21,869 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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RF08 NKU is a 2008 Honda Accord in Blue with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 NKU, 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.

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What year was RF08 NKU registered?

RF08 NKU is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is RF08 NKU safe to buy?

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