Honda People Carrier MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 35 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 37.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda People Carrier MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda People Carrier is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 35 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.9% and a failure rate of 37.1%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda People Carrier earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Honda People Carrier presents for MOT with approximately 117,961 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda People Carrier is Tyres, affecting 37.1% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Steering at 34.3%. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment rounds out the top three at 34.3%. 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 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 65.7% | 23 |
| 2 | Tyres | 51.4% | 18 |
| 3 | Steering | 37.1% | 13 |
| 4 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 34.3% | 12 |
| 5 | Suspension | 22.9% | 8 |
| 6 | Brakes | 20.0% | 7 |
| 7 | Driver's View Of The Road | 5.7% | 2 |
| 8 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 2.9% | 1 |
| 9 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 2.9% | 1 |
| 10 | Non-component Advisories | 2.9% | 1 |
| 11 | Registration Plates And Vin | 2.9% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 117,961 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 5.58 | 65.7% | 23 |
| Tyres | 4.36 | 51.4% | 18 |
| Steering | 3.15 | 37.1% | 13 |
| Body & Structure | 2.91 | 34.3% | 12 |
| Suspension | 1.94 | 22.9% | 8 |
| Brakes | 1.70 | 20.0% | 7 |
| Visibility | 0.48 | 5.7% | 2 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.24 | 2.9% | 1 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.24 | 2.9% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.24 | 2.9% | 1 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.24 | 2.9% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda People Carrier has 117,961 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 People Carrier has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 3.15% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Honda People Carrier MOT Data
The Honda People Carrier is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 35 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.9% and a failure rate of 37.1%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda People Carrier owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on tyres and steering 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 People Carrier is likely to perform.
Tyres — 37.1% of failures
Tyres issues account for 37.1% of MOT failures on the Honda People Carrier. 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.
Steering — 34.3% of failures
Steering issues account for 34.3% of MOT failures on the Honda People Carrier. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 34.3% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 34.3% of MOT failures on the Honda People Carrier. 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 People Carrier?
Based on 35 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda People Carrier has an overall pass rate of 62.9% (37.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda People Carrier?
The top 3 reasons a Honda People Carrier fails its MOT are: 1. Tyres (37.1%), 2. Steering (34.3%), 3. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (34.3%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda People Carrier reliable?
With a 37.1% MOT failure rate, the People Carrier is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda People Carrier?
Based on failure data, focus on: Tyres (37.1%); Steering (34.3%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (34.3%). 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.