7 Model Years Analyzed
Honda 500
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1984-2005), based on 8 DVSA recorded tests.
75%
Average Pass Rate
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Model Years
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Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
1994 Honda 500 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle.
- 2Service brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel
- 3Exhaust system leaking or insecure
- 4A stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released
- 5Brake control so positioned, bent or shortened that the brake cannot be readily applied.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Honda 500?
The Honda 500 has an average 75% MOT pass rate across model years 1984 to 2005, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda 500?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Honda 500 across all years are: brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle., service brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel, exhaust system leaking or insecure. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Honda 500 year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Honda 500 model years.