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SW08 EVC

2008 Honda Accord

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

143,448 mi
Last recorded143,448 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 EVC
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 143,448 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 125,870 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 110,024 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 98,876 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 90,452 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 85,456 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2019 72,450 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 66,351 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 62,819 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 59,635 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 54,995 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre low on tread & has a bald spot.

Offside Front Tyre bald on inner edge & out of shape.

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 46,446 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 46,446 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 37,815 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 24,171 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 18,435 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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SW08 EVC is a 2008 Honda Accord in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SW08 EVC, 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

How do I check the history of SW08 EVC?

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What year was SW08 EVC registered?

SW08 EVC is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is SW08 EVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 EVC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW08 EVC have outstanding finance?

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