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RJ08 GWN

2008 Honda Accord

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

79,596 mi
Last recorded79,596 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 GWN
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 79,596 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 79,365 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 71,088 miles

Nearside Rear 2x punctures

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear brake binding

Pass 13 Feb 2015 59,699 miles

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

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

both front tyres cracking

Fail 13 Feb 2015 59,699 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

both front tyres cracking

Pass 19 Feb 2014 51,808 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Feb 2014 51,808 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 45,318 miles

N/S Washer jet not working but O/S jet provides enough water to clear screen

Pass 19 Mar 2012 37,126 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 33,133 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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RJ08 GWN is a 2008 Honda Accord in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 RJ08 GWN, 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 RJ08 GWN registered?

RJ08 GWN is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is RJ08 GWN safe to buy?

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