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S8 DOT

2008 Honda Accord

Silver Petrol 2354cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

180,637 mi
Last recorded180,637 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 DOT
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,354cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 180,637 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 171,810 miles

nearside rear tyre inside edge low

Pass 19 Jun 2024 167,677 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 167,677 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Jun 2024 167,663 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 May 2023 164,875 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2022 163,180 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 156,137 miles

Central Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 148,562 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 97,319 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 54,836 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 52,514 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 52,514 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 47,494 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 44,204 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 38,707 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 33,276 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 28,036 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 28,036 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 23,234 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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S8 DOT is a 2008 Honda Accord in Silver with a 2,354cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S8 DOT, 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 S8 DOT registered?

S8 DOT is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is S8 DOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S8 DOT shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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