Honda Cd Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Cd reliable? We analysed 878 real MOT tests across 202 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Cd is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, horn not working and locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cd.
Honda Cd Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Cd. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Cd MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Cd to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Cd Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Cd fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Cd Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Cd owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Cd MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Cd year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | 97 | 86.6% | 21,615 | 31,035 | 43,284 |
| 1981 | 61 | 85.2% | 11,396 | 22,418 | 38,743 |
| 1980 | 156 | 87.2% | 16,524 | 21,655 | 34,597 |
| 1979 | 50 | 86.0% | 9,134 | 26,083 | 29,810 |
| 1978 | 54 | 88.9% | 20,042 | 23,314 | 30,631 |
How Long Does a Honda Cd Last?
Based on 202 Honda Cd vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Cd Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Cd 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 Cd
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.9% MOT pass rate from 54 tests
85.2% MOT pass rate from 61 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Cd is 1978, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.9% across 54 tests. The 1981 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Cd Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Cd THIS CAR | 87.1% | 878 | 23,127 mi | 48 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 |
| Longjia Lj 125 T-a | 70.7% | 1,630 | 8,313 mi | 19 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Cd outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda CdShould you buy a used Honda Cd?
The Honda Cd has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.1% across 878 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 Cd are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (8 recorded failures), horn not working (5), and locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (5). 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 Cd owner drives around 276 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 Cd models stay on UK roads for around 48 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.