Honda Nps50 Zoomer MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 40 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 17.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Nps50 Zoomer MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Nps50 Zoomer is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 40 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.5% and a failure rate of 17.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Nps50 Zoomer earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Nps50 Zoomer presents for MOT with approximately 9,038 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Nps50 Zoomer is Motorcycle steering and suspension, affecting 10.0% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle tyres and wheels at 10.0%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors rounds out the top three at 7.5%. 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 Steering And Suspension | 12.5% | 5 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 10.0% | 4 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 7.5% | 3 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 7.5% | 3 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 5.0% | 2 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Suspension | 5.0% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 9,038 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 steering and suspension | 13.83 | 12.5% | 5 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 11.06 | 10.0% | 4 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 8.30 | 7.5% | 3 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 8.30 | 7.5% | 3 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 5.53 | 5.0% | 2 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 5.53 | 5.0% | 2 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Nps50 Zoomer has 9,038 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 Nps50 Zoomer has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 19.36% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Nps50 Zoomer MOT Data
The Honda Nps50 Zoomer is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 40 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.5% and a failure rate of 17.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Nps50 Zoomer owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle steering and suspension and motorcycle tyres and wheels 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 Nps50 Zoomer is likely to perform.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 10.0% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 10.0% of MOT failures on the Honda Nps50 Zoomer. 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 and wheels — 10.0% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 10.0% of MOT failures on the Honda Nps50 Zoomer. 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.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 7.5% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 7.5% of MOT failures on the Honda Nps50 Zoomer. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Nps50 Zoomer?
Based on 40 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Nps50 Zoomer has an overall pass rate of 82.5% (17.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Nps50 Zoomer?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Nps50 Zoomer fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle steering and suspension (10.0%), 2. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (10.0%), 3. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (7.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Nps50 Zoomer reliable?
With a 17.5% MOT failure rate, the Nps50 Zoomer is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Nps50 Zoomer?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle steering and suspension (10.0%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (10.0%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (7.5%). 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.