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RO08 BOU

2008 Honda Accord

Silver Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

155,289 mi
Last recorded155,289 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 BOU
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 155,289 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 1 Dec 2025 155,274 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both sides rear (4.7.2 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 139,120 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 124,175 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 119,702 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 118,669 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 107,840 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 90,979 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 72,799 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 71,489 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 62,971 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 54,890 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 48,864 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 43,541 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 36,501 miles

near side rear tyre starting to wear on inside of traed

Pass 28 Sep 2011 29,571 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 26,337 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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RO08 BOU is a 2008 Honda Accord in Silver with a 2,204cc diesel 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 RO08 BOU, 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 RO08 BOU registered?

RO08 BOU is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is RO08 BOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 BOU 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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