Honda Knighthawk MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 46 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 39.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Knighthawk MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Knighthawk is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 46 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 60.9% and a failure rate of 39.1%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Knighthawk earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Honda Knighthawk presents for MOT with approximately 31,924 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Knighthawk is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 13.0% 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 structure and attachments at 13.0%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 8.7%. 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 | 15.2% | 7 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 13.0% | 6 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 8.7% | 4 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 8.7% | 4 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 6.5% | 3 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres | 6.5% | 3 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Suspension | 4.3% | 2 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 4.3% | 2 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 2.2% | 1 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Drive System | 2.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 31,924 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 | 4.77 | 15.2% | 7 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 4.09 | 13.0% | 6 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 2.72 | 8.7% | 4 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 2.72 | 8.7% | 4 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 2.04 | 6.5% | 3 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.04 | 6.5% | 3 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.36 | 4.3% | 2 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.36 | 4.3% | 2 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.68 | 2.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 0.68 | 2.2% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Knighthawk has 31,924 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 Knighthawk has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 12.25% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Knighthawk MOT Data
The Honda Knighthawk is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 46 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 60.9% and a failure rate of 39.1%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Knighthawk owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle structure and attachments 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 Knighthawk is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 13.0% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 13.0% of MOT failures on the Honda Knighthawk. 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 structure and attachments — 13.0% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 13.0% of MOT failures on the Honda Knighthawk. 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.
Motorcycle brakes — 8.7% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 8.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Knighthawk. 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).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Knighthawk?
Based on 46 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Knighthawk has an overall pass rate of 60.9% (39.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Knighthawk?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Knighthawk fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (13.0%), 2. Motorcycle structure and attachments (13.0%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (8.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Knighthawk reliable?
With a 39.1% MOT failure rate, the Knighthawk is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Knighthawk?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (13.0%); Motorcycle structure and attachments (13.0%); Motorcycle brakes (8.7%). 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.