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Honda Nc24 MOT Pass Rate

Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 183 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 30.1%.

69.9%
Pass Rate
30.1%
Fail Rate
183
Total Tests
Motorcycle brakes
Top Failure

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

Honda Nc24 MOT Reliability Overview

The Honda Nc24 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 183 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.9% and a failure rate of 30.1%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.

Based on this data, the Honda Nc24 earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Honda Nc24 presents for MOT with approximately 37,700 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 1988 models achieve the highest pass rate at 64.7%, while 1987 models have the lowest at 63.2%. This 1.5 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.

The most common MOT failure for the Honda Nc24 is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 19.1% 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 steering and suspension at 16.9%. Motorcycle lighting and signalling rounds out the top three at 14.8%. 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

Motorcycle brakes 19.1%
Motorcycle steering and suspension 16.9%
Motorcycle lighting and signalling 14.8%
⚖️ Compare

Pass Rate by Manufacture Year

1988High Fail Rate
64.7%
Tests Avg Mileage 38,443Top Failure Motorcycle lighting and signalling
1987High Fail Rate
63.2%
Tests Avg Mileage 38,758Top Failure Motorcycle brakes

* 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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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Steering And Suspension21.9%40
2Motorcycle Brakes20.2%37
3Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling16.9%31
4Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels7.1%13
5Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust5.5%10
6Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin3.8%7
7Motorcycle Structure And Attachments3.3%6
8Motorcycle Steering1.6%3
9Motorcycle Drive System1.6%3
10Motorcycle Driving Controls1.1%2
11Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors1.1%2
12Motorcycle Suspension1.1%2
13Motorcycle Body And Structure1.1%2
14Motorcycle Tyres0.5%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 37,700 mi

For 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.

Motorcycle steering and suspension5.80% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes5.36% per 10K miMotorcycle lighting and signalling4.49% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres and wheels1.88% per 10K miMotorcycle fuel and exhaust1.45% per 10K miMotorcycle reg plates and vin1.01% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments0.87% per 10K miMotorcycle steering0.43% per 10K miMotorcycle drive system0.43% per 10K miMotorcycle driving controls0.29% per 10K miMotorcycle lamps and reflectors0.29% per 10K miMotorcycle suspension0.29% per 10K miMotorcycle body and structure0.29% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres0.14% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle steering and suspension5.8021.9%40
Motorcycle brakes5.3620.2%37
Motorcycle lighting and signalling4.4916.9%31
Motorcycle tyres and wheels1.887.1%13
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust1.455.5%10
Motorcycle reg plates and vin1.013.8%7
Motorcycle structure and attachments0.873.3%6
Motorcycle steering0.431.6%3
Motorcycle drive system0.431.6%3
Motorcycle driving controls0.291.1%2
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors0.291.1%2
Motorcycle suspension0.291.1%2
Motorcycle body and structure0.291.1%2
Motorcycle tyres0.140.5%1

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Mileage at MOT

37,700
Mean
36,759
Median
16,618
25th Percentile
41,444
75th Percentile

The average Honda Nc24 has 37,700 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.

7.98%
Fail Rate per 10K Miles
Average across all makes: 5.38%
30.1%
Overall Fail Rate
37,700 avg miles
🔴 Poor — above average failure rate

The Honda Nc24 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 7.98% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.

About Honda Nc24 MOT Data

The Honda Nc24 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 183 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.9% and a failure rate of 30.1%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.

For Honda Nc24 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 steering and 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 Nc24 is likely to perform.

Motorcycle brakes — 19.1% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 19.1% of MOT failures on the Honda Nc24. 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 steering and suspension — 16.9% of failures

Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 16.9% of MOT failures on the Honda Nc24. 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 lighting and signalling — 14.8% of failures

Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 14.8% of MOT failures on the Honda Nc24. 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Nc24?

Based on 183 MOT tests in our database, the Honda Nc24 has an overall pass rate of 69.9% (30.1% fail rate).

What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Nc24?

The top 3 reasons a Honda Nc24 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (19.1%), 2. Motorcycle steering and suspension (16.9%), 3. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (14.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.

Is the Honda Nc24 reliable?

With a 30.1% MOT failure rate, the Nc24 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.

What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Nc24?

Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (19.1%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (16.9%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (14.8%). 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.

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