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YJ08 DBS

2008 Honda Cr-v

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

126,552 mi
Last recorded126,552 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cr-v90,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 DBS
MakeHonda
ModelCr-v
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 126,552 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 124,351 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 120,828 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 117,894 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 115,410 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 115,407 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 110,949 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 12 Nov 2020 110,949 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Nov 2019 105,649 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2018 98,980 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

both rear tyres are worn on outer edges 225/60/18

Pass 13 Nov 2017 93,053 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Oct 2016 85,100 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge stepped tyre

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 77,657 miles

nearside offside front shocky damper covers split

tow ball not fitted at time of test

Pass 11 Nov 2014 70,867 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

nearside offside front shocky damper dust covers split

Pass 18 Nov 2013 65,645 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front strut dust covers torn

both front strut dust covers torn and split

Pass 23 Nov 2012 55,592 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 44,093 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 41,032 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 41,032 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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YJ08 DBS 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 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YJ08 DBS, 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 YJ08 DBS registered?

YJ08 DBS is a 2008 Honda Cr-v, first registered on 6 August 2008.

Is YJ08 DBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ08 DBS 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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