Honda Nsc MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 36,624 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 20.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Nsc MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Nsc is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 36,624 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 10 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.5% and a failure rate of 20.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Nsc earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Nsc presents for MOT with approximately 21,065 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2017 models achieve the highest pass rate at 82.9%, while 2020 models have the lowest at 71.4%. This 11.5 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Nsc is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, affecting 15.0% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 14.3%. Motorcycle tyres rounds out the top three at 6.8%. 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
Best Year to Buy
Based on MOT data, 2019 models have the highest pass rate at 81.5%.
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 2019
📈 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 Nsc 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 Nsc. 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 Nsc shows a moderate increase in MOT failures after warranty. The 35% increase is typical — plan for gradual maintenance cost increases. Peak failure occurs at age 10 (26.1% 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 Lamps And Reflectors | 15.0% | 5,483 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 14.3% | 5,225 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Tyres | 6.8% | 2,496 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Suspension | 6.0% | 2,188 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Steering | 3.8% | 1,384 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.2% | 422 |
| 7 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.1% | 396 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 0.8% | 301 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.6% | 218 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 0.6% | 202 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 0.5% | 201 |
| 12 | Non-component Advisories | 0.3% | 118 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.2% | 79 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.1% | 35 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 21,065 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 lamps and reflectors | 7.11 | 15.0% | 5,483 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 6.77 | 14.3% | 5,225 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 3.24 | 6.8% | 2,496 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 2.84 | 6.0% | 2,188 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.79 | 3.8% | 1,384 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.55 | 1.2% | 422 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.51 | 1.1% | 396 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 0.39 | 0.8% | 301 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.28 | 0.6% | 218 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 0.26 | 0.6% | 202 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.26 | 0.5% | 201 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.15 | 0.3% | 118 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.10 | 0.2% | 79 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.05 | 0.1% | 35 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.02 | 0.0% | 18 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Nsc has 21,065 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 Nsc has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 9.73% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Nsc MOT Data
The Honda Nsc is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 36,624 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 10 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.5% and a failure rate of 20.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Nsc owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lamps and reflectors and motorcycle brakes 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 Nsc is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 15.0% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 15.0% of MOT failures on the Honda Nsc. 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 brakes — 14.3% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 14.3% of MOT failures on the Honda Nsc. 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 tyres — 6.8% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 6.8% of MOT failures on the Honda Nsc. 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 Nsc?
Based on 36,624 MOT tests in our database, the Honda Nsc has an overall pass rate of 79.5% (20.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Nsc?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Nsc fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (15.0%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (14.3%), 3. Motorcycle tyres (6.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Nsc reliable?
With a 20.5% MOT failure rate, the Nsc is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Nsc?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (15.0%); Motorcycle brakes (14.3%); Motorcycle tyres (6.8%). 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.