Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 79 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 17.7%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike 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 82.3% and a failure rate of 17.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike presents for MOT with approximately 4,007 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 12.7% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment at 6.3%. Steering rounds out the top three at 3.8%. 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 | 20.2% | 16 |
| 2 | Steering | 3.8% | 3 |
| 3 | Suspension | 2.5% | 2 |
| 4 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 2.5% | 2 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.3% | 1 |
| 6 | Body, Structure And General Items | 1.3% | 1 |
| 7 | Registration Plates And Vin | 1.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike has 4,007 miles when tested for MOT.
About Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike MOT Data
The Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike 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 82.3% and a failure rate of 17.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment 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 Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 12.7% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 12.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike. 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.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 6.3% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 6.3% of MOT failures on the Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike. 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.
Steering — 3.8% of failures
Steering issues account for 3.8% of MOT failures on the Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike?
Based on 79 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike has an overall pass rate of 82.3% (17.7% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (12.7%), 2. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (6.3%), 3. Steering (3.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike reliable?
With a 17.7% MOT failure rate, the Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Trx 500 Fe (quad Bike?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (12.7%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (6.3%); Steering (3.8%). 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.