Honda Szx50x-1 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 759 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 28.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Szx50x-1 MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Szx50x-1 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 759 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.9% and a failure rate of 28.1%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Szx50x-1 earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Honda Szx50x-1 presents for MOT with approximately 13,348 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2002 models achieve the highest pass rate at 71.9%, while 2003 models have the lowest at 71.8%. This 0.1 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Szx50x-1 is Motorcycle steering and suspension, affecting 18.6% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 18.6%. Motorcycle lighting and signalling rounds out the top three at 10.9%. 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
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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 Steering And Suspension | 25.4% | 193 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 23.6% | 179 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 13.2% | 100 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 9.7% | 74 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 4.6% | 35 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Suspension | 3.6% | 27 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.0% | 15 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.6% | 12 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.1% | 8 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.7% | 5 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.5% | 4 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.4% | 3 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.4% | 3 |
| 14 | Items Not Tested | 0.3% | 2 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.3% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 13,348 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 steering and suspension | 19.05 | 25.4% | 193 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 17.67 | 23.6% | 179 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 9.87 | 13.2% | 100 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 7.30 | 9.7% | 74 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 3.45 | 4.6% | 35 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 2.67 | 3.6% | 27 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.48 | 2.0% | 15 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 1.18 | 1.6% | 12 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.79 | 1.1% | 8 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.49 | 0.7% | 5 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.39 | 0.5% | 4 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.30 | 0.4% | 3 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.30 | 0.4% | 3 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.20 | 0.3% | 2 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.20 | 0.3% | 2 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Szx50x-1 has 13,348 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 Szx50x-1 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 21.05% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Szx50x-1 MOT Data
The Honda Szx50x-1 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 759 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.9% and a failure rate of 28.1%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Szx50x-1 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle steering and suspension 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 Szx50x-1 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 18.6% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 18.6% of MOT failures on the Honda Szx50x-1. 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 brakes — 18.6% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 18.6% of MOT failures on the Honda Szx50x-1. 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 lighting and signalling — 10.9% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 10.9% of MOT failures on the Honda Szx50x-1. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Szx50x-1?
Based on 759 MOT tests in our database, the Honda Szx50x-1 has an overall pass rate of 71.9% (28.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Szx50x-1?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Szx50x-1 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle steering and suspension (18.6%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (18.6%), 3. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (10.9%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Szx50x-1 reliable?
With a 28.1% MOT failure rate, the Szx50x-1 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Szx50x-1?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle steering and suspension (18.6%); Motorcycle brakes (18.6%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (10.9%). 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.