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SM08 LJO

2008 Honda Cr-v

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

147,279 mi
Last recorded147,279 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cr-v90,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 LJO
MakeHonda
ModelCr-v
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 147,279 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system in deteriorated condition

Floor/underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

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

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

Fail 25 May 2026 147,276 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Floor/underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

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

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

Pass 21 May 2025 140,848 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 131,015 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 119,124 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 108,755 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 88,087 miles

Offside Front Inner CV boot slightly damaged not allowing the ingress of dirt

Pass 22 May 2017 80,913 miles
Pass 30 May 2016 73,443 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2015 67,853 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)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 May 2014 61,317 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 29 May 2013 53,477 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 May 2012 42,675 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front wipers starting to split

rear wiper split

Pass 27 May 2011 33,531 miles

Both front brake discs lipped

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

front brake pads wearing thin

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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SM08 LJO is a 2008 Honda Cr-v in Black with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 SM08 LJO, 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 SM08 LJO registered?

SM08 LJO is a 2008 Honda Cr-v, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is SM08 LJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 LJO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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