Honda Ses MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 67 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 28.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Ses MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Ses is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 67 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.6% and a failure rate of 28.4%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Ses earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Honda Ses presents for MOT with approximately 26,151 miles on the clock. The 2003 manufacture year performs best with a 76.9% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Ses is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 22.4% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle steering and suspension at 11.9%. Motorcycle suspension rounds out the top three at 9.0%. 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 Brakes | 22.4% | 15 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 16.4% | 11 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 10.4% | 7 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Suspension | 9.0% | 6 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 9.0% | 6 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 6.0% | 4 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres | 3.0% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 26,151 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 brakes | 8.56 | 22.4% | 15 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 6.28 | 16.4% | 11 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 4.00 | 10.4% | 7 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 3.42 | 9.0% | 6 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 3.42 | 9.0% | 6 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 2.28 | 6.0% | 4 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.14 | 3.0% | 2 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Ses has 26,151 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 Ses has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 10.86% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Ses MOT Data
The Honda Ses is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 67 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.6% and a failure rate of 28.4%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Ses owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle steering and suspension 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 Ses is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 22.4% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 22.4% of MOT failures on the Honda Ses. 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 — 11.9% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 11.9% of MOT failures on the Honda Ses. 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 suspension — 9.0% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 9.0% of MOT failures on the Honda Ses. 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 Ses?
Based on 67 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Ses has an overall pass rate of 71.6% (28.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Ses?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Ses fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (22.4%), 2. Motorcycle steering and suspension (11.9%), 3. Motorcycle suspension (9.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Ses reliable?
With a 28.4% MOT failure rate, the Ses is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Ses?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (22.4%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (11.9%); Motorcycle suspension (9.0%). 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.