Honda Saloon MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 79 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 34.2%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Saloon MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Saloon is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 79 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.8% and a failure rate of 34.2%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Saloon earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Honda Saloon presents for MOT with approximately 110,847 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Saloon is Driver's View of the Road, affecting 17.7% of all tests. Driver's View of the Road 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 Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 16.5%. Brakes rounds out the top three at 15.2%. 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 | Suspension | 20.3% | 16 |
| 2 | Driver's View Of The Road | 19.0% | 15 |
| 3 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 19.0% | 15 |
| 4 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 17.7% | 14 |
| 5 | Brakes | 16.5% | 13 |
| 6 | Tyres | 12.7% | 10 |
| 7 | Body, Structure And General Items | 11.4% | 9 |
| 8 | Steering | 6.3% | 5 |
| 9 | Registration Plates And Vin | 5.1% | 4 |
| 10 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 2.5% | 2 |
| 11 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 1.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 110,847 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1.83 | 20.3% | 16 |
| Visibility | 1.71 | 19.0% | 15 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 1.71 | 19.0% | 15 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 1.60 | 17.7% | 14 |
| Brakes | 1.48 | 16.5% | 13 |
| Body & Structure | 1.26 | 13.9% | 11 |
| Tyres | 1.14 | 12.7% | 10 |
| Steering | 0.57 | 6.3% | 5 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.46 | 5.1% | 4 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.11 | 1.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Saloon has 110,847 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 Saloon has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 3.09% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Honda Saloon MOT Data
The Honda Saloon is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 79 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.8% and a failure rate of 34.2%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Saloon owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on driver's view of the road and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment 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 Saloon is likely to perform.
Driver's View of the Road — 17.7% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 17.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Saloon. Driver's View of the Road 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.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 16.5% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 16.5% of MOT failures on the Honda Saloon. 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.
Brakes — 15.2% of failures
Brakes issues account for 15.2% of MOT failures on the Honda Saloon. 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).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Saloon?
Based on 79 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Saloon has an overall pass rate of 65.8% (34.2% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Saloon?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Saloon fails its MOT are: 1. Driver's View of the Road (17.7%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (16.5%), 3. Brakes (15.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Saloon reliable?
With a 34.2% MOT failure rate, the Saloon is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Saloon?
Based on failure data, focus on: Driver's View of the Road (17.7%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (16.5%); Brakes (15.2%). 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.