Honda Accord Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Accord reliable? We analysed 2,311,969 real MOT tests across 198,303 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Accord is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Accord.
Honda Accord Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Accord. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Accord MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Accord to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Accord Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Accord fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Accord Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Accord owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Accord MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Accord year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 52 | 84.6% | 55,281 | 104,360 | 124,542 |
| 2020 | 88 | 85.2% | 49,699 | 80,974 | 117,884 |
| 2019 | 122 | 85.2% | 55,848 | 99,812 | 147,466 |
| 2018 | 94 | 83.0% | 41,218 | 73,864 | 124,164 |
| 2017 | 148 | 83.1% | 62,934 | 95,449 | 113,897 |
| 2016 | 139 | 83.5% | 60,974 | 114,118 | 143,216 |
| 2015 | 1,618 | 87.6% | 35,356 | 54,974 | 80,352 |
| 2014 | 4,950 | 84.7% | 34,421 | 55,978 | 86,896 |
| 2013 | 6,665 | 83.1% | 40,682 | 66,088 | 98,946 |
| 2012 | 18,398 | 81.2% | 47,833 | 76,182 | 110,961 |
| 2011 | 21,959 | 81.3% | 50,933 | 81,928 | 118,996 |
| 2010 | 25,375 | 80.6% | 54,967 | 87,685 | 125,640 |
| 2009 | 69,279 | 79.6% | 55,698 | 88,560 | 126,648 |
| 2008 | 84,461 | 77.3% | 58,040 | 91,418 | 129,656 |
| 2007 | 126,551 | 74.9% | 62,802 | 96,878 | 134,297 |
| 2006 | 145,328 | 74.3% | 63,663 | 98,038 | 135,954 |
| 2005 | 197,983 | 73.4% | 63,597 | 97,247 | 133,344 |
| 2004 | 223,258 | 72.6% | 64,448 | 96,604 | 130,989 |
| 2003 | 154,029 | 72.5% | 58,347 | 87,749 | 119,937 |
| 2002 | 140,773 | 71.7% | 53,925 | 78,272 | 105,132 |
How Long Does a Honda Accord Last?
Based on 198,303 Honda Accord vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Accord Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Accord MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Accord
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.6% MOT pass rate from 1,618 tests
55.7% MOT pass rate from 79 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Accord is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.6% across 1,618 tests. The 1971 model year has the lowest pass rate at 55.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Accord Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Accord THIS CAR | 71.2% | 2,311,969 | 92,767 mi | 33 yrs |
| Honda Civic | 73.7% | 9,391,580 | 74,987 mi | 34 yrs |
| Honda Jazz | 81% | 5,740,892 | 48,635 mi | 24 yrs |
| Honda Cr-v | 78.5% | 4,177,643 | 80,499 mi | 29 yrs |
| Jaguar S-type | 74.5% | 942,176 | 77,805 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Accord trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda AccordShould you buy a used Honda Accord?
The Honda Accord has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.2% across 2,311,969 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Honda Accord are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (104,224 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (78,175), and position lamp(s) not working (60,219). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Honda Accord owner drives around 6,661 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Honda Accord models stay on UK roads for around 33 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.