Honda Zoomer MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,002 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 18.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Zoomer MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Zoomer is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,002 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 11 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.5% and a failure rate of 18.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Zoomer earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Zoomer presents for MOT with approximately 9,536 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2008 models achieve the highest pass rate at 91.0%, while 2017 models have the lowest at 55.6%. This 35.4 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Zoomer is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, affecting 9.3% 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 Motorcycle lighting and signalling at 5.5%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 5.0%. 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
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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 Lamps And Reflectors | 9.3% | 93 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 6.2% | 62 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 5.4% | 54 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Suspension | 4.4% | 44 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 4.3% | 43 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.4% | 24 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.5% | 15 |
| 8 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.5% | 15 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.4% | 14 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.9% | 9 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.9% | 9 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.6% | 6 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.5% | 5 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 0.4% | 4 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 9,536 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 lamps and reflectors | 9.73 | 9.3% | 93 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 6.49 | 6.2% | 62 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 5.65 | 5.4% | 54 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 4.60 | 4.4% | 44 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 4.50 | 4.3% | 43 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.51 | 2.4% | 24 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 1.57 | 1.5% | 15 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.57 | 1.5% | 15 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 1.47 | 1.4% | 14 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.94 | 0.9% | 9 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.94 | 0.9% | 9 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.63 | 0.6% | 6 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.52 | 0.5% | 5 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.42 | 0.4% | 4 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.10 | 0.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Zoomer has 9,536 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 Zoomer has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 19.40% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Zoomer MOT Data
The Honda Zoomer is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,002 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 11 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.5% and a failure rate of 18.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Zoomer owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lamps and reflectors and motorcycle lighting and signalling 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 Zoomer is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 9.3% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 9.3% of MOT failures on the Honda Zoomer. 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.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 5.5% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 5.5% of MOT failures on the Honda Zoomer. 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.
Motorcycle brakes — 5.0% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 5.0% of MOT failures on the Honda Zoomer. 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 Zoomer?
Based on 1,002 MOT tests in our database, the Honda Zoomer has an overall pass rate of 81.5% (18.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Zoomer?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Zoomer fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (9.3%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (5.5%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (5.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Zoomer reliable?
With a 18.5% MOT failure rate, the Zoomer is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Zoomer?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (9.3%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (5.5%); Motorcycle brakes (5.0%). 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.