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VK08 DBZ

2008 Honda Cr-v

Grey Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

153,199 mi
Last recorded153,199 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda Cr-v90,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 DBZ
MakeHonda
ModelCr-v
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 153,199 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 153,150 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 143,230 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Apr 2019 143,217 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2018 129,934 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted and outer sills plastic covered

Pass 3 May 2017 115,341 miles

Nearside Front wheel arch area has wiring close to the wheel on full lock

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 May 2016 103,566 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 90,186 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 76,232 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 76,232 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 14 May 2013 68,578 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 68,578 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 55,540 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 46,707 miles

N/s rear brake pipe not fully secured (one of brake pipe clips not secured in place)

O/s rear tyre worn on inner edge (2.5mm across central tread)

Wipers smearing

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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VK08 DBZ is a 2008 Honda Cr-v in Grey with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VK08 DBZ, 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 VK08 DBZ registered?

VK08 DBZ is a 2008 Honda Cr-v, first registered on 4 April 2008.

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