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VA08 ECV

2008 Honda Accord

Grey Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

143,236 mi
Last recorded143,236 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Accord91,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 ECV
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 143,236 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 143,236 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 136,579 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 136,578 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer sill corroded marked in yellow (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 129,575 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 123,340 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2022 123,336 miles

Offside Front Seat belt installation has cut and/or reworked original webbing Drivers seat belt webbing damaged. (10.1 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 119,991 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 111,236 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 105,109 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 98,362 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

all suspension joints are greased

Pass 28 Sep 2017 91,225 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 83,172 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 76,514 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 68,671 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 61,177 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 50,979 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 41,799 miles

rear tyres worn uneven to 2mm.

Pass 14 Jul 2011 39,727 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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VA08 ECV is a 2008 Honda Accord in Grey with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VA08 ECV, 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 VA08 ECV registered?

VA08 ECV is a 2008 Honda Accord, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is VA08 ECV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA08 ECV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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