Honda Blackbird Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Honda Blackbird car check
Is the Honda Blackbird reliable? We analysed 2,495 real MOT tests across 186 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Blackbird is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Blackbird.
Honda Blackbird Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Blackbird. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Blackbird MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Blackbird to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Blackbird Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Blackbird fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Blackbird Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Blackbird models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda Blackbird Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Blackbird owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Blackbird MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Blackbird year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 103 | 92.2% | 15,669 | 21,664 | 36,562 |
| 2006 | 84 | 91.7% | 10,694 | 16,951 | 20,506 |
| 2005 | 113 | 91.2% | 18,950 | 28,835 | 47,285 |
| 2004 | 104 | 89.4% | 15,686 | 27,852 | 38,733 |
| 2003 | 150 | 88.7% | 14,958 | 22,676 | 29,826 |
| 2002 | 114 | 88.6% | 18,896 | 32,136 | 37,683 |
| 2001 | 63 | 93.7% | 5,749 | 15,687 | 27,077 |
| 2000 | 136 | 91.9% | 19,876 | 27,584 | 33,420 |
| 1999 | 445 | 87.2% | 20,103 | 32,618 | 46,220 |
| 1998 | 670 | 86.7% | 20,582 | 28,851 | 43,397 |
| 1997 | 487 | 88.5% | 19,158 | 32,976 | 50,558 |
How Long Does a Honda Blackbird Last?
Based on 186 Honda Blackbird vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Blackbird Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Blackbird 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 Blackbird
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.7% MOT pass rate from 63 tests
86.7% MOT pass rate from 670 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Blackbird is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.7% across 63 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Blackbird Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Blackbird THIS CAR | 88.7% | 2,495 | 28,572 mi | 29 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 |
| Volkswagen Golf E Sdi | 73.5% | 1,517 | 160,209 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Blackbird outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda BlackbirdShould you buy a used Honda Blackbird?
The Honda Blackbird has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.7% across 2,495 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Honda Blackbird are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (27 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (15), and brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (9). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda Blackbird 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 Blackbird owner drives around 884 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 Blackbird models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.