Honda Nc 700 Xa-C
MotorcycleFrom 477 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm and a wheel bearing with excessive play. The top issue, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, caused 7 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.
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 7 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 5 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 4 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 3 |
| brake control so positioned, bent or shortened that the brake cannot be readily applied. | 3 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 3 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 3 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 2 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 2 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 14.7% of Nc 700 Xa-C 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 £63.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 91.7% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2012 | 84.7% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a wheel bearing with excessive play |
Typical mileage
Half of all Nc 700 Xa-Cs tested had between 18,566 and 48,174 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 29,385 median miles, the Nc 700 Xa-C has 0.044 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 Nc 700 Xa-C MOT pass rate?
The Honda Nc 700 Xa-C has a 87% MOT pass rate based on 477 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Nc 700 Xa-C?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Nc 700 Xa-C is a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, which caused 7 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Nc 700 Xa-C at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Nc 700 Xa-C is 29,385 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 18,566 and 48,174 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.