Honda Ca MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 86 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 24.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Ca MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Ca is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 86 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.6% and a failure rate of 24.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Ca earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Ca presents for MOT with approximately 16,493 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Ca is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 19.8% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 16.3%. Motorcycle structure and attachments rounds out the top three at 12.8%. 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 Lighting And Signalling | 23.3% | 20 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 19.8% | 17 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 12.8% | 11 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 11.6% | 10 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 7.0% | 6 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 5.8% | 5 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 4.7% | 4 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Drive System | 3.5% | 3 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 3.5% | 3 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.3% | 2 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Suspension | 2.3% | 2 |
| 12 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.2% | 1 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 16,493 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 lighting and signalling | 14.10 | 23.3% | 20 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 11.99 | 19.8% | 17 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 7.76 | 12.8% | 11 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 7.05 | 11.6% | 10 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 4.23 | 7.0% | 6 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 3.53 | 5.8% | 5 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 2.82 | 4.7% | 4 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 2.12 | 3.5% | 3 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 2.12 | 3.5% | 3 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.41 | 2.3% | 2 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.41 | 2.3% | 2 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.71 | 1.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.71 | 1.2% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Ca has 16,493 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 Ca has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 14.79% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Ca MOT Data
The Honda Ca is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 86 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.6% and a failure rate of 24.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Ca owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle brakes 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 Ca is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 19.8% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 19.8% of MOT failures on the Honda Ca. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle brakes — 16.3% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 16.3% of MOT failures on the Honda Ca. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle structure and attachments — 12.8% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 12.8% of MOT failures on the Honda Ca. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Ca?
Based on 86 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Ca has an overall pass rate of 75.6% (24.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Ca?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Ca fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (19.8%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (16.3%), 3. Motorcycle structure and attachments (12.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Ca reliable?
With a 24.4% MOT failure rate, the Ca is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Ca?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (19.8%); Motorcycle brakes (16.3%); Motorcycle structure and attachments (12.8%). 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.