Honda Nc MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 31,541 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 10.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Nc MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Nc is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 31,541 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 9 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.7% and a failure rate of 10.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Nc earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Nc presents for MOT with approximately 16,925 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2019 models achieve the highest pass rate at 93.5%, while 2013 models have the lowest at 85.6%. This 7.9 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Nc is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 6.2% 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 suspension at 4.0%. Motorcycle tyres rounds out the top three at 3.6%. 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
Best Year to Buy
All manufacture years perform similarly at ~91.2%.
Based on 2024 MOT test results only — the most recent data available. "Built" = year of manufacture. Cars need their first MOT at 3 years old, so the newest cars shown are from ~3 years ago.
Bar chart showing pass rate by manufacture year from 2014 to 2018
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 7 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Honda Nc vintages degrade over time, from age 3 to 20 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Honda Nc. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 11 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Honda Nc ages relatively gracefully. The failure rate increase of 18% after warranty is below average, suggesting good long-term reliability. Peak failure occurs at age 11 (16.3% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
Click a category to see specific failure items.
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Brakes | 6.2% | 1,963 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Suspension | 4.0% | 1,271 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Tyres | 3.6% | 1,126 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 3.3% | 1,053 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.5% | 791 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.2% | 367 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 0.4% | 139 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 0.4% | 130 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 0.4% | 114 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Drive System | 0.3% | 107 |
| 11 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.3% | 85 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.2% | 64 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.1% | 42 |
| 14 | Non-component Advisories | 0.1% | 41 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 16,925 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 | 3.68 | 6.2% | 1,963 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 2.38 | 4.0% | 1,271 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.11 | 3.6% | 1,126 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.97 | 3.3% | 1,053 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.48 | 2.5% | 791 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.69 | 1.2% | 367 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.26 | 0.4% | 139 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 0.24 | 0.4% | 130 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 0.21 | 0.4% | 114 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 0.20 | 0.3% | 107 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.16 | 0.3% | 85 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.12 | 0.2% | 64 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.08 | 0.1% | 42 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.08 | 0.1% | 41 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.02 | 0.0% | 13 |
🚗 Similar Cars to Consider
Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Nc has 16,925 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 Nc has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 6.09% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Nc MOT Data
The Honda Nc is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 31,541 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 9 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.7% and a failure rate of 10.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Nc 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 suspension 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 Nc is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 6.2% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 6.2% of MOT failures on the Honda Nc. 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 suspension — 4.0% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 4.0% of MOT failures on the Honda Nc. 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.
Motorcycle tyres — 3.6% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 3.6% of MOT failures on the Honda Nc. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Nc?
Based on 31,541 MOT tests in our database, the Honda Nc has an overall pass rate of 89.7% (10.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Nc?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Nc fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (6.2%), 2. Motorcycle suspension (4.0%), 3. Motorcycle tyres (3.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Nc reliable?
With a 10.3% MOT failure rate, the Nc is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Nc?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (6.2%); Motorcycle suspension (4.0%); Motorcycle tyres (3.6%). 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.