2006 Honda Accord Vtec Executive A MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Accord Vtec Executive A models manufactured in 2006, based on 39 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2006 Honda Accord Vtec Executive A MOT Analysis
The 2006 Honda Accord Vtec Executive A has an MOT pass rate of 71.8% based on 39 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 82,379 miles on the odometer. With a 28.2% failure rate, the 2006 Accord Vtec Executive A is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2006 Honda Accord Vtec Executive A is Suspension, responsible for 12.8% of failures. 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 range from £200–500. Identification of the vehicle is the second most common issue at 5.1%. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment follows at 5.1%.
Top failures specific to 2006 models only. The overall Accord Vtec Executive A page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 12.8% | 5 |
| 2 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 5.1% | 2 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 5.1% | 2 |
| 4 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 2.6% | 1 |
| 5 | Brakes | 2.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 82,379 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1.56 | 12.8% | 5 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.62 | 5.1% | 2 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.62 | 5.1% | 2 |
| Body & Structure | 0.31 | 2.6% | 1 |
| Brakes | 0.31 | 2.6% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2006 Honda Accord Vtec Executive A has an MOT pass rate of 71.8% based on 39 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 82,379 miles on the odometer. With a 28.2% failure rate, the 2006 Accord Vtec Executive A is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2006 Honda Accord Vtec Executive A, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: 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. With an average mileage of 82,379 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Suspension — 12.8% of failures
Suspension issues account for 12.8% of MOT failures on 2006 Honda Accord Vtec Executive A models. 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.
Identification of the vehicle — 5.1% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 5.1% of MOT failures on 2006 Honda Accord Vtec Executive A models. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs: £10–50. Pre-MOT check: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 5.1% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 5.1% of MOT failures on 2006 Honda Accord Vtec Executive A models. 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.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.