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SM08 VLR

2008 Honda Legend

Blue Petrol 3471cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

92,988 mi
Last recorded92,988 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Legend65,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 VLR
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,471cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 92,988 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 89,527 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 23 Aug 2024 89,373 miles

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected Battery Terminals Wrong Size - Terminals Loose (4.11 (a) (ii))

Nearside Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning Mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 87,852 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 84,719 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and offside undersill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Trim not allowing full inspection of outer sill areas

Windscreen wiper blade defective Nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 81,188 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside wiper smeary

Pass 21 Dec 2020 77,876 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 75,061 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 70,632 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 70,628 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jan 2018 64,621 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 56,687 miles

both front tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 2 Feb 2016 46,685 miles

Front calipers creak on brake application and pedal travel longer than normal.

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 39,146 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 30,808 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 30,445 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 30,398 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2013 30,398 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 25,391 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2011 17,976 miles

Both rear brakes are partially seized.

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Honda Legend?

Based on 39,583 MOT tests across 4,365 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
4,513
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,657
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 900
position lamp(s) not working 863
brake binding 853
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 783
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SM08 VLR is a 2008 Honda Legend in Blue with a 3,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2008 Honda Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 65,843 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Legend fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,657 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM08 VLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Legend typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Legend is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SM08 VLR registered?

SM08 VLR is a 2008 Honda Legend, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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