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SL59 FDG

2008 Honda Accord

Red Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

149,879 mi
Last recorded149,879 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 FDG
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 149,879 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

surface corrosion underneath

Fail 24 Feb 2026 149,878 miles

Offside Rear Brake performance unable to be tested brake hose leaking (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

surface corrosion underneath

Pass 30 Jan 2025 137,954 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Feb 2024 130,885 miles

front and rear suspension components corroded

general corrosion on underside of vehicle

Pass 24 Oct 2022 130,502 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2022 130,502 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 128,831 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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SL59 FDG is a 2008 Honda Accord in Red with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SL59 FDG, 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 SL59 FDG registered?

SL59 FDG is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 1 January 2008.

Is SL59 FDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL59 FDG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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