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1996 Honda Vision MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Vision models manufactured in 1996, based on 88 real MOT test results.

76.1%
Pass Rate
23.9%
Fail Rate
88
Total Tests
4,170
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

1996 Honda Vision MOT Analysis

The 1996 Honda Vision has an MOT pass rate of 76.1% based on 88 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 4,170 miles on the odometer. With a 23.9% failure rate, the 1996 Vision is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1996 Honda Vision is Motorcycle structure and attachments, responsible for 2.3% of failures. Motorcycle structure and attachments 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 range from £100–400. Motorcycle suspension is the second most common issue at 1.1%. Motorcycle tyres follows at 1.1%.

⚠ Based on limited data (88 tests)

Top failures specific to 1996 models only. The overall Vision page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle structure and attachments 2.3%
Motorcycle suspension 1.1%
Motorcycle tyres 1.1%

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Structure And Attachments2.3%2
2Motorcycle Suspension1.1%1
3Motorcycle Tyres1.1%1

Mileage Statistics

4,170
Mean
3,281
Median
2,079
25th Percentile
7,090
75th Percentile

About This Data

The 1996 Honda Vision has an MOT pass rate of 76.1% based on 88 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 4,170 miles on the odometer. With a 23.9% failure rate, the 1996 Vision is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 1996 Honda Vision, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle structure and attachments: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 4,170 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Motorcycle structure and attachments — 2.3% of failures

Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 2.3% of MOT failures on 1996 Honda Vision models. Motorcycle structure and attachments 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.

Motorcycle suspension — 1.1% of failures

Motorcycle suspension issues account for 1.1% of MOT failures on 1996 Honda Vision models. 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 tyres — 1.1% of failures

Motorcycle tyres issues account for 1.1% of MOT failures on 1996 Honda Vision models. 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.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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