Honda Nsr MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,154 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 25.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Nsr MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Nsr is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,154 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 16 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.0% and a failure rate of 25.0%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Nsr earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Honda Nsr presents for MOT with approximately 18,026 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 1996 models achieve the highest pass rate at 93.0%, while 1999 models have the lowest at 47.4%. This 45.6 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Nsr is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 17.1% 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 brakes at 14.7%. Motorcycle steering and suspension rounds out the top three at 12.4%. 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
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* 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 | 19.2% | 222 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 17.0% | 196 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 14.9% | 172 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 7.4% | 85 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Drive System | 6.3% | 73 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 5.3% | 61 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 4.6% | 53 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Suspension | 3.3% | 38 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.2% | 25 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Steering | 2.0% | 23 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.6% | 19 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.5% | 17 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.9% | 10 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.9% | 10 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.8% | 9 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 18,026 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 | 10.67 | 19.2% | 222 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 9.42 | 17.0% | 196 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 8.27 | 14.9% | 172 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 4.09 | 7.4% | 85 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 3.51 | 6.3% | 73 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 2.93 | 5.3% | 61 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 2.55 | 4.6% | 53 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.83 | 3.3% | 38 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.20 | 2.2% | 25 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.11 | 2.0% | 23 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.91 | 1.6% | 19 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.82 | 1.5% | 17 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.48 | 0.9% | 10 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.48 | 0.9% | 10 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.43 | 0.8% | 9 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Nsr has 18,026 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 Nsr has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 13.87% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Nsr MOT Data
The Honda Nsr is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,154 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 16 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.0% and a failure rate of 25.0%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Nsr owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling 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 Nsr is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 17.1% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 17.1% of MOT failures on the Honda Nsr. 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 brakes — 14.7% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 14.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Nsr. 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 — 12.4% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 12.4% of MOT failures on the Honda Nsr. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Nsr?
Based on 1,154 MOT tests in our database, the Honda Nsr has an overall pass rate of 75.0% (25.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Nsr?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Nsr fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (17.1%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (14.7%), 3. Motorcycle steering and suspension (12.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Nsr reliable?
With a 25.0% MOT failure rate, the Nsr is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Nsr?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (17.1%); Motorcycle brakes (14.7%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (12.4%). 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.