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VK59 HWB

2009 Honda Accord

Grey Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

168,567 mi
Last recorded168,567 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda Accord88,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK59 HWB
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 168,567 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2026 168,567 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2025 165,053 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 151,818 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Sep 2024 151,818 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 147,949 miles

general under body corrosion

Fail 11 Sep 2023 147,949 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

general under body corrosion

Pass 15 Jul 2022 142,858 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 130,668 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced both D-bushes. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 98,878 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on both side. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive dust cover plate. (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on both tyres. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 78,862 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 68,948 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 61,443 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 61,443 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both side. (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 42,337 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 35,425 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 26,081 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 21,870 miles

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

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

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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VK59 HWB is a 2009 Honda Accord in Grey with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Honda Accord models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 88,560 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 Accord fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK59 HWB, 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 17 years old, this Honda Accord is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VK59 HWB registered?

VK59 HWB is a 2009 Honda Accord, first registered on 25 September 2009.

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