Honda Accord MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Honda Accord. Check any Accord by registration number below.

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75.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.4%

vs Honda Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Honda Accord — MOT Reliability Overview

The Honda Accord has an average MOT pass rate of 75.7%, which is 6.4 percentage points below the Honda brand average of 82.1%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Accord on the road.

The most common reasons a Honda Accord fails its MOT are steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Accord for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Honda Accord, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Honda Accord performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 30 vehicles

90.0%Excellent

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

22.2%

Mileage at 3yr

26k mi

2019

Based on 69 vehicles

91.3%Excellent

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

13.0%

Mileage at 5yr

110k mi

2018

Based on 43 vehicles

90.7%Excellent

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

14.8%

Mileage at 5yr

125k mi

2017

Based on 51 vehicles

92.2%Excellent

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

2.9%

2016

Based on 49 vehicles

87.8%Excellent

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

22.9%

2015

Based on 401 vehicles

89.3%Excellent

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

14.8%

Mileage at 10yr

133k mi

2014

Based on 1,076 vehicles

82.8%Good

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

16.5%

Mileage at 10yr

138k mi

2013

Based on 1,238 vehicles

78.3%Good

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

8.0%

Retest Rate

22.7%

Mileage at 10yr

149k mi

2012

Based on 2,952 vehicles

78.4%Good

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

6.8%

Retest Rate

20.6%

Mileage at 10yr

170k mi

2011

Based on 3,191 vehicles

77.7%Good

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

22.0%

2010

Based on 3,125 vehicles

77.7%Good

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

21.6%

2009

Based on 7,748 vehicles

74.2%Average

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

8.0%

Retest Rate

24.6%

2008

Based on 7,327 vehicles

71.4%Average

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

23.6%

2007

Based on 8,221 vehicles

67.4%Average

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

8.3%

Retest Rate

27.9%

2006

Based on 7,351 vehicles

66.4%Average

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

8.2%

Retest Rate

28.5%

2005

Based on 7,589 vehicles

66.7%Average

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

8.7%

Retest Rate

27.3%

2004

Based on 6,457 vehicles

65.2%Average

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

7.8%

Retest Rate

29.0%

2003

Based on 4,109 vehicles

64.0%Below Average

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

9.5%

Retest Rate

29.6%

2002

Based on 1,504 vehicles

59.6%Below Average

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

6.4%

Retest Rate

26.5%

2001

Based on 1,521 vehicles

62.1%Below Average

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

8.8%

Retest Rate

27.0%

2000

Based on 1,983 vehicles

59.8%Below Average

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

27.9%

1999

Based on 1,771 vehicles

66.6%Average

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

22.3%

1998

Based on 671 vehicles

65.7%Average

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

28.1%

1992

Based on 98 vehicles

78.6%Good

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

17.4%

1991

Based on 100 vehicles

72.0%Average

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

14.7%

1990

Based on 75 vehicles

76.0%Good

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

25.0%

1989

Based on 125 vehicles

84.0%Good

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

4.1%

1988

Based on 38 vehicles

84.2%Good

Honda average: 82.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Top MOT Failures — Honda Accord

The most common reasons a Honda Accord fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

3.6%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

3.5%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.3%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

3.1%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

2.5%

Honda Accord Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

10.0%

Other Honda Models

Compare MOT reliability across Honda models.

Honda Shuttle

94.9% pass rate

Honda Odyssey

76.2% pass rate

Honda Civic

76.0% pass rate

Honda Civic Aerodeck

60.9% pass rate

Honda Integra

85.0% pass rate

Honda Insight

81.8% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Honda Accord

Honda Accord — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Honda Accord MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Accord?

The average MOT pass rate for the Honda Accord is 75.7% compared to the Honda average of 82.1%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Accord?

The most common MOT failures on the Honda Accord are: Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (3.6%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (3.5%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Honda Accord reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 75.7%, the Honda Accord is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Honda Accord?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Honda Accord?

Typical mileage for the Honda Accord: 26,017 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Accord to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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