Honda Bros Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Bros reliable? We analysed 4,211 real MOT tests across 468 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Bros is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Bros.
Honda Bros Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Bros. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Bros MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Bros to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Bros Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Bros fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Bros Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Bros owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Bros MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Bros year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 66 | 77.3% | 31,615 | 39,560 | 45,794 |
| 2003 | 100 | 74.0% | 14,518 | 31,666 | 46,467 |
| 2002 | 126 | 75.4% | 22,056 | 38,613 | 59,451 |
| 2001 | 180 | 83.9% | 26,352 | 32,655 | 55,120 |
| 2000 | 267 | 79.0% | 23,563 | 36,882 | 46,868 |
| 1999 | 423 | 82.5% | 21,712 | 39,429 | 54,394 |
| 1998 | 531 | 80.4% | 30,735 | 44,629 | 55,739 |
| 1997 | 677 | 82.0% | 23,856 | 37,365 | 56,672 |
| 1996 | 496 | 80.6% | 24,062 | 35,934 | 50,450 |
| 1995 | 217 | 76.5% | 32,476 | 48,440 | 65,330 |
| 1994 | 81 | 76.5% | 49,666 | 64,846 | 70,588 |
| 1991 | 141 | 78.0% | 39,672 | 53,237 | 67,574 |
| 1990 | 76 | 81.6% | 26,131 | 47,462 | 87,769 |
| 1989 | 241 | 78.4% | 27,687 | 39,522 | 50,906 |
| 1988 | 410 | 80.2% | 27,279 | 41,416 | 59,885 |
How Long Does a Honda Bros Last?
Based on 468 Honda Bros vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Bros Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Bros 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 Bros
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.9% MOT pass rate from 180 tests
74.0% MOT pass rate from 100 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Bros is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.9% across 180 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Bros Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Bros THIS CAR | 80.0% | 4,211 | 40,308 mi | 38 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 |
| Kawasaki GT750 | 79.8% | 6,181 | 34,802 mi | 44 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Bros sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda BrosShould you buy a used Honda Bros?
The Honda Bros has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.0% across 4,211 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 Bros are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (79 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (75), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (51). 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 Bros owner drives around 1,021 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 Bros models stay on UK roads for around 38 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.