Honda Acty
From 399 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, emissions levels exceed default limits and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 13 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 13 |
| emissions levels exceed default limits | 10 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 8 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 7 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 6 |
| audible warning inoperative | 6 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
| a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated | 6 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is so weakened that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected | 6 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 5 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 26% of Acty 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. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £105.
Typical mileage
Half of all Actys tested had between 26,369 and 71,513 miles on the clock.
At 50,970 median miles, the Acty has 0.034 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 Acty MOT pass rate?
The Honda Acty has a 82.5% MOT pass rate based on 399 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Acty?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Acty is a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include emissions levels exceed default limits.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Acty at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Acty is 50,970 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 26,369 and 71,513 miles.
Buying a used Acty?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 82.5% pass rate and an average repair bill of £105 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 26% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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