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Honda Afs Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Afs reliable? We analysed 2,964 real MOT tests across 606 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,964 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.4%
Typical Mileage
10,328mi
Annual Mileage
868mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
13yrs

The Honda Afs is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Afs.

Honda Afs Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Afs. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Afs MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Afs to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93.8%
2017
89.2%
2016
84.6%
2015
82.2%
2014
83.6%
2013

Honda Afs Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Afs models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 26
Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail 12

Honda Afs Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Afs owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
274 mi/yr
Typical
868 mi/yr
Average
2,255 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,514 mi/yr

Honda Afs MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Afs year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2017 64 93.8% 4,096 6,090 9,133
2016 518 89.2% 2,675 5,576 11,130
2015 869 84.6% 3,420 8,598 18,829
2014 1,023 82.2% 6,411 15,578 28,183
2013 439 83.6% 5,655 18,662 29,806

How Long Does a Honda Afs Last?

Based on 606 Honda Afs vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.8 years
Median
7.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
13 years

Honda Afs Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Afs MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
10,328 mi
75th Percentile
22,081 mi
95th Percentile
42,898 mi
Max Recorded
165,418 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Afs

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2017

93.8% MOT pass rate from 64 tests

Year to avoid
2014

82.2% MOT pass rate from 1,023 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Afs is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.8% across 64 tests. The 2014 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Honda Afs Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Afs THIS CAR 84.4% 2,964 10,328 mi 13 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
Hyundai Kona Ultimate T-gdi MHEV 89.8% 1,076 21,479 mi — yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Afs outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Afs?

The Honda Afs has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.4% across 2,964 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda Afs with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Honda Afs owner drives around 868 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 Afs models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.

Honda Afs — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Afs reliable?
Based on 2,964 MOT tests, the Honda Afs has a 84.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Afs?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Honda Afs do per year?
The typical Honda Afs does around 868 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Afs last?
Most Honda Afs models stay on UK roads for around 13 years based on our analysis of 606 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Afs?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Honda Afs?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Afs is 2017 with a 93.8% pass rate across 64 tests.