Honda Sh
MotorcycleFrom 3,592 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Shs fare better: 2019 models pass at 87% vs 81.7% for 2015.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm and a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 68 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 | 68 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 57 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 49 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 42 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 39 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 34 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 30 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 28 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 27 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 27 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 14.2% of Sh 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 £56.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 87% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps |
| 2018 | 86% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2017 | 85.2% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2016 | 82.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
3 earlier years
| 2015 | 81.7% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a lamp missing or inoperative |
| 2014 | 79.8% | 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 |
| 2013 | 78.3% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Shs tested had between 17,237 and 73,006 miles on the clock.
At 40,157 median miles, the Sh has 0.042 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 Sh MOT pass rate?
The Honda Sh has a 83.3% MOT pass rate based on 3,592 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Sh?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Sh is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 68 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Sh at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Sh is 40,157 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 17,237 and 73,006 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.