Honda 1300 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 69 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 10.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda 1300 MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda 1300 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 69 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.9% and a failure rate of 10.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda 1300 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda 1300 presents for MOT with approximately 12,053 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda 1300 is Visibility, affecting 5.8% of all tests. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. The second most common issue is Suspension at 5.8%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors rounds out the top three at 5.8%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 5.8% | 4 |
| 2 | Visibility | 5.8% | 4 |
| 3 | Suspension | 5.8% | 4 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.9% | 2 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Steering | 2.9% | 2 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Suspension | 2.9% | 2 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 2.9% | 2 |
| 8 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 2.9% | 2 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Brakes | 1.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 12,053 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 4.81 | 5.8% | 4 |
| Visibility | 4.81 | 5.8% | 4 |
| Suspension | 4.81 | 5.8% | 4 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.40 | 2.9% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering | 2.40 | 2.9% | 2 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 2.40 | 2.9% | 2 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 2.40 | 2.9% | 2 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 2.40 | 2.9% | 2 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 1.20 | 1.4% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda 1300 has 12,053 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Honda 1300 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 8.38% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda 1300 MOT Data
The Honda 1300 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 69 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.9% and a failure rate of 10.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda 1300 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on visibility and suspension for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific 1300 is likely to perform.
Visibility — 5.8% of failures
Visibility issues account for 5.8% of MOT failures on the Honda 1300. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.
Suspension — 5.8% of failures
Suspension issues account for 5.8% of MOT failures on the Honda 1300. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 5.8% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 5.8% of MOT failures on the Honda 1300. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda 1300?
Based on 69 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda 1300 has an overall pass rate of 89.9% (10.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda 1300?
The top 3 reasons a Honda 1300 fails its MOT are: 1. Visibility (5.8%), 2. Suspension (5.8%), 3. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (5.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda 1300 reliable?
With a 10.1% MOT failure rate, the 1300 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda 1300?
Based on failure data, focus on: Visibility (5.8%); Suspension (5.8%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (5.8%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.