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SV08 XLJ

2008 Honda Cr-v

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

100,832 mi
Last recorded100,832 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cr-v90,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 XLJ
MakeHonda
ModelCr-v
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 100,832 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/60r18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (2mm) (225/60r18) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner (3mm) (225/60r18) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (2mm)(225/60r18) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2025 100,832 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/60r18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (2mm) (225/60r18) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner (3mm) (225/60r18) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (2mm)(225/60r18) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 93,475 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 88,028 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2022 83,503 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 79,376 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 75,396 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 68,003 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 68,003 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 58,907 miles

Clean emissions

Pass 1 Mar 2017 49,530 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 40,692 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 32,576 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 29,908 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 24,929 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 24,929 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 3 Apr 2012 19,528 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 19,528 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 15,317 miles

brake fluid low maybe indicating front pads getting low

n/s/r taillamp lense damaged(not affecting correct operation of lights)

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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SV08 XLJ is a 2008 Honda Cr-v in Black with a 2,204cc diesel 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 SV08 XLJ, 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

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What year was SV08 XLJ registered?

SV08 XLJ is a 2008 Honda Cr-v, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is SV08 XLJ safe to buy?

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