Honda Anc

Motorcycle

Overall MOT pass rate

80.5%↑ +2.2% vs UK average

From 1,695 MOT tests. Above average for its class.

0.074 failures per 10,000 miles when adjusted for the 26,479-mile median distance driven.

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Common MOT failure categories

tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements3.1%

a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released1.9%

a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely1.8%

brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm1.5%

stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning1.2%

rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps1.1%

Full breakdown

Pass rate by registration year

82.5%

76.1%

81.6%

83.6%

80%

79.1%

What goes wrong?

The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released and a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 53 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.

tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements	53
a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released	33
a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely	30
brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm	26
stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning	20
rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps	19
brake efficiency below minimum requirement	17
brake control has insufficient reserve travel	15
the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements	14
a lamp missing or inoperative	12

How serious are these failures?

Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 10.9% of Anc failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £58.

By registration year

Year	Pass rate	Tests	Avg miles	Top failures
2019	79.1%	196	26,063	tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released
2018	80%	340	28,452	tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
2017	83.6%	286	32,699	tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm
2016	81.6%	228	31,063	tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake efficiency below minimum requirement

2 earlier years

2015	76.1%	318	38,223	tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released
2014	82.5%	320	35,350	a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm

Typical mileage

Half of all Ancs tested had between 14,170 and 48,152 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.

14,170

48,152

median: 26,479 miles

At 26,479 median miles, the Anc has 0.074 failures per 10,000 miles driven.

Other Honda models

Honda Civic	74.1%	440,153 tests
Honda Jazz	77.5%	334,395 tests
Honda CR-V	79.3%	307,496 tests
Honda HR-V	88.6%	54,513 tests
Honda Accord	69.6%	44,997 tests

Common questions

What is the Honda Anc MOT pass rate?

The Honda Anc has a 80.5% MOT pass rate based on 1,695 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.

What are common MOT failures on a Honda Anc?

The most common MOT failure on the Honda Anc is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 53 failures. Other common issues include a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released.

What is the typical mileage of a Honda Anc at MOT?

The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Anc is 26,479 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 14,170 and 48,152 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.