Honda -
Three-wheelerFrom 415 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, caused 11 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 11 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 8 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 7 |
| contaminated with oil, grease etc | 6 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 6 |
| stop lamps all missing or inoperative | 5 |
| a suspension component missing, likely to become detached or directional stability impaired | 4 |
| a handgrip or footrest missing or insecure | 4 |
| a wheel badly distorted or wear between wheel and hub at spigot mounting | 4 |
| service brake pedal has excessive wear or free play | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 18.6% of - failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 0% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £76.
Typical mileage
Half of all -s tested had between 29,234 and 62,472 miles on the clock.
At 43,972 median miles, the - has 0.033 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda - MOT pass rate?
The Honda - has a 85.3% MOT pass rate based on 415 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda -?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda - is a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, which caused 11 failures. Other common issues include stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda - at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda - is 43,972 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 29,234 and 62,472 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.