Honda Ww
MotorcycleFrom 13,162 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Wws fare better: 2020 models pass at 85.5% vs 80.3% for 2014.
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 shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 467 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 | 467 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 358 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 255 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 163 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 154 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 144 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 114 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 112 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 104 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 79 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 31.1% of Ww 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 £81.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 85.5% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2019 | 83.5% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2018 | 82.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2017 | 82.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
4 earlier years
| 2016 | 81.1% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2015 | 83.5% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2014 | 80.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2013 | 76.8% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a lamp missing or inoperative |
Typical mileage
Half of all Wws tested had between 16,930 and 53,805 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 31,709 median miles, the Ww has 0.053 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 Ww MOT pass rate?
The Honda Ww has a 83.2% MOT pass rate based on 13,162 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Ww?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Ww is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 467 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Ww at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Ww is 31,709 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 16,930 and 53,805 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.