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2008 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · YR08 AEK

YR08 AEK

2008 Honda CR-V (2.0L, petrol). First registered 06 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 68,701 miles. MOT expired on 26 Sept 2024.

Make & Model
HONDA CR-V
Year / Origin
2008 · Sheffield
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 26 Sept 2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
68,701 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 26 Sept 2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
1997cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle appears mechanically sound based on the available MOT data, showing a stable maintenance trend with no recorded defects. The most recent test on 28 September 2023 resulted in a pass at 68,701 miles. While the record shows failures on 15 September 2022 and 28 September 2023, the lack of listed defects suggests these were likely administrative errors or minor issues resolved instantly during the same visit. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 2008 model, averaging roughly 3,817 miles per year. Between 13 September 2021 and 28 September 2023, the odometer rose from 59,215 to 68,701 miles. This indicates a consistent but light usage pattern. The car has covered fewer than 10,000 miles over the last three years of recorded testing, which often suggests the vehicle has spent significant time stationary. A buyer should focus on components that degrade due to age and inactivity rather than wear. Low-mileage vehicles often suffer from perished rubber seals, seized brake calipers, and flat-spotted tyres. Inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion and check the suspension bushes for cracking or dryness. The absence of any advisories regarding structural integrity or corrosion is positive for a vehicle of this vintage. However, since the last recorded test was nearly three years ago relative to July 2026, the current roadworthiness is unverified. A fresh inspection is essential to identify any deterioration that has occurred during this gap in testing.
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YR08 AEK Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/09/2023
  • 68,701 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

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YR08 AEK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 22 Sept 2026, 15:20
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Honda Cr-V (YR08 AEK) between September 2022 and September 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 28 September 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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YR08 AEK Mileage History

  1. 15/09/202265,301 mi
  2. 16/09/202265,303 mi+2 mi
  3. 28/09/202368,701 mi+3,398 mi
  4. 28/09/202368,701 mi

Average of roughly 3,286 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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