Honda Cb1300 Sa-5 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 57 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 1.8%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Cb1300 Sa-5 MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Cb1300 Sa-5 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 57 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 98.2% and a failure rate of 1.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Cb1300 Sa-5 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Cb1300 Sa-5 presents for MOT with approximately 13,540 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Cb1300 Sa-5 is Identification of the vehicle, affecting 1.8% of all tests. 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. Together, these top 1 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 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.8% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 13,540 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.30 | 1.8% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Cb1300 Sa-5 has 13,540 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 Cb1300 Sa-5 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 1.33% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Honda Cb1300 Sa-5 MOT Data
The Honda Cb1300 Sa-5 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 57 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 98.2% and a failure rate of 1.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Cb1300 Sa-5 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on identification of the vehicle and general vehicle condition 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 Cb1300 Sa-5 is likely to perform.
Identification of the vehicle — 1.8% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 1.8% of MOT failures on the Honda Cb1300 Sa-5. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Cb1300 Sa-5?
Based on 57 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Cb1300 Sa-5 has an overall pass rate of 98.2% (1.8% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Cb1300 Sa-5?
The top 1 reasons a Honda Cb1300 Sa-5 fails its MOT are: 1. Identification of the vehicle (1.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Cb1300 Sa-5 reliable?
With a 1.8% MOT failure rate, the Cb1300 Sa-5 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Cb1300 Sa-5?
Based on failure data, focus on: Identification of the vehicle (1.8%). 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.