To check the total mileage on a 10th-gen Honda Accord, press the 'TRIP' button on the dashboard to cycle information until you see 'ODO'. This figure is the total kilometers the car has traveled. In the UAE, total mileage is a main factor for both RTA Dubai's vehicle testing and used car valuation. For example, a 2018 Accord with 80,000 km will have a much different market value in Dubai than the same model with 150,000 km. The odometer reading, combined with full service history from agencies like Al-Futtaim Trading, helps establish a car's true condition for buyers and insurers. To verify, you can cross-reference the odometer with the vehicle's last passing certificate from the RTA test, which records the mileage at the time of inspection, or check for consistent mileage entries in the physical service booklet. Be aware that while tampering is illegal under MOI UAE regulations, discrepancies can still occur, especially in private sales of older GCC-spec models. When estimating cost, a common rule among dealers on SZR is that a sedan like the Accord loses about 15-20% of its value per year, with mileage adding an extra depreciation of about 0.20 AED per km beyond the average of 25,000 km per year.
| Comparison Point | Low Mileage Example (2018 Accord, 80,000 km) | High Mileage Example (2018 Accord, 150,000 km) |
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| Estimated Resale Value | ~55,000 AED | ~40,000 AED |
| Buyer Perception | Mostly city use (e.g., Dubai-Sharjah commute) | Likely extensive highway use (e.g., frequent Dubai-Abu Dhabi trips) |
| Key Service Check | 100,000 km major service upcoming | Major service already due; check timing belt & suspension |
-Fuel economy impact: Consistent highway driving may show better km/l figures even at higher mileage.
-Insurance cost: Mileage is a secondary factor; primary factors are driver age and claim history per MOI UAE.
- Total mileage is calculated from wheel rotations and is critical for scheduling major component replacements like the timing chain.
