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SL08 VAJ

2008 Honda Cr-v

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

116,596 mi
Last recorded116,596 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cr-v90,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 VAJ
MakeHonda
ModelCr-v
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 116,596 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 114,310 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 111,315 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 106,821 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 101,671 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear hanger corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded on outer casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded on outer casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 97,139 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2020 93,390 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 90,649 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 86,012 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 80,447 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 80,446 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 72,924 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 58,824 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Nov 2013 41,045 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 33,181 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 24,514 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 20,175 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 on tread area

o/s/front suspension height sensor linkage broken

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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SL08 VAJ is a 2008 Honda Cr-v in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SL08 VAJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SL08 VAJ?

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What year was SL08 VAJ registered?

SL08 VAJ is a 2008 Honda Cr-v, first registered on 24 March 2008.

Is SL08 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL08 VAJ 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.

Does SL08 VAJ have outstanding finance?

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