Honda Unclassified
MotorcycleFrom 8,207 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Unclassifieds fare better: 2020 models pass at 92.5% vs 84.5% for 1996.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a suspension pin and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 83 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 shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 83 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 77 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 52 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 51 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 50 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 49 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 48 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 37 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 31 |
| 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 | 30 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 20.3% of Unclassified 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 £54.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 92.5% | a tyre seriously damaged, 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 |
| 2019 | 79.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2018 | 87.2% | 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, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2017 | 87.1% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced |
27 earlier years
| 2013 | 80.9% | actuator leaking and braking performance not affected, service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value |
| 2012 | 88.5% | headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2011 | 87.6% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated |
| 2010 | 79.7% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
| 2009 | 85% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2008 | 84.5% | product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity or changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow, obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or loose |
| 2007 | 80% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2006 | 88.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity or changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow |
| 2005 | 78% | headlamp aim unable to be tested, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
| 2004 | 79.7% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2003 | 78.4% | steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2002 | 84.8% | 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, front or rear fog lamp switch inoperative or not operating in accordance with the requirements |
| 2001 | 80.2% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2000 | 87.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 1999 | 84.1% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 1998 | 82% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a tyre with a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, including any lifting of the tread rubber |
| 1997 | 87.3% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements |
| 1996 | 84.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 1995 | 87.4% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 1994 | 84.3% | a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
| 1993 | 82.2% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim |
| 1992 | 74.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 1991 | 87% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 1989 | 90.8% | stop lamps all missing or inoperative, braking effort not recording at any wheel |
| 1988 | 91.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a lamp missing or inoperative |
| 1985 | 79% | brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle., parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment |
| 1982 | 65.5% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a wheel spindle locking device missing or insecure |
Typical mileage
Half of all Unclassifieds tested had between 25,139 and 77,744 miles on the clock.
At 41,873 median miles, the Unclassified has 0.039 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 Unclassified MOT pass rate?
The Honda Unclassified has a 83.6% MOT pass rate based on 8,207 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Unclassified?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Unclassified is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 83 failures. Other common issues include the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Unclassified at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Unclassified is 41,873 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 25,139 and 77,744 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.