Honda Cx650 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 283 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 14.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Cx650 MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Cx650 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 283 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.9% and a failure rate of 14.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Cx650 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Cx650 presents for MOT with approximately 34,843 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 1985 models achieve the highest pass rate at 88.6%, while 1984 models have the lowest at 81.4%. This 7.2 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Cx650 is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 6.4% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors at 5.3%. Motorcycle suspension rounds out the top three at 4.9%. 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
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* 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 Brakes | 7.1% | 20 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 5.3% | 15 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Suspension | 4.9% | 14 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.5% | 7 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.4% | 4 |
| 6 | Motor Tricycles And Quadricycles | 1.1% | 3 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 1.1% | 3 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 1.1% | 3 |
| 9 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.8% | 2 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.7% | 2 |
| 11 | Suspension | 0.4% | 1 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 0.4% | 1 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 0.4% | 1 |
| 14 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 34,843 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 brakes | 2.03 | 7.1% | 20 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.52 | 5.3% | 15 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.42 | 4.9% | 14 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.71 | 2.5% | 7 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.41 | 1.4% | 4 |
| Motor tricycles and quadricycles | 0.30 | 1.1% | 3 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 0.30 | 1.1% | 3 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 0.30 | 1.1% | 3 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.20 | 0.7% | 2 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.20 | 0.8% | 2 |
| Suspension | 0.10 | 0.4% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.10 | 0.4% | 1 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.10 | 0.4% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.10 | 0.4% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Cx650 has 34,843 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 Cx650 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 4.05% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Honda Cx650 MOT Data
The Honda Cx650 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 283 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.9% and a failure rate of 14.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Cx650 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle lamps and reflectors 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 Cx650 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 6.4% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 6.4% of MOT failures on the Honda Cx650. 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 lamps and reflectors — 5.3% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 5.3% of MOT failures on the Honda Cx650. 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.
Motorcycle suspension — 4.9% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 4.9% of MOT failures on the Honda Cx650. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Cx650?
Based on 283 MOT tests in our database, the Honda Cx650 has an overall pass rate of 85.9% (14.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Cx650?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Cx650 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (6.4%), 2. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (5.3%), 3. Motorcycle suspension (4.9%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Cx650 reliable?
With a 14.1% MOT failure rate, the Cx650 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Cx650?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (6.4%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (5.3%); Motorcycle suspension (4.9%). 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.