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SG08 XLZ

2008 Honda Cr-v

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

52,256 mi
Last recorded52,256 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cr-v90,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG08 XLZ
MakeHonda
ModelCr-v
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 52,256 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and Offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Nearside and Offside (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 50,323 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall 225/60/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall 225/60/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security at rear subframe area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security at rear subframe area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 48,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 46,698 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 44,734 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2021 44,731 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2021 44,726 miles

Headlamp aim too low X 2 (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

N/S/R parking break 102 KG unlock —-O/S/R 131 KG unlock

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 43,875 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 42,368 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 40,383 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 38,390 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 38,389 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 26 May 2016 36,577 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all tyres are cracked in the tread

Pass 26 May 2015 34,595 miles

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

front wipers streaky but still clearing screen

Pass 26 May 2014 32,708 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 30,327 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 26,104 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 May 2011 21,799 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 May 2011 21,799 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cr-v?

Based on 4,177,643 MOT tests across 304,403 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
6,787
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
304,403
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62,925
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46,867
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44,532
position lamp(s) not working 40,820
Stop lamp not working 35,888
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SG08 XLZ is a 2008 Honda Cr-v in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cr-v models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 90,548 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 Cr-v fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 62,925 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG08 XLZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cr-v typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cr-v is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SG08 XLZ registered?

SG08 XLZ is a 2008 Honda Cr-v, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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