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Honda Ctx Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Ctx reliable? We analysed 680 real MOT tests across 101 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 680 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
96.0%
Typical Mileage
10,346mi
Annual Mileage
1,183mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
12yrs

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

Honda Ctx Number Plates

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

Honda Ctx MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

95.8%
2015
95.9%
2014

Honda Ctx Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Ctx fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 1
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 1

Honda Ctx Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 3
Valve stem seriously damaged Rear valve splitting 1

Honda Ctx Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
476 mi/yr
Typical
1,183 mi/yr
Average
1,794 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,492 mi/yr

Honda Ctx MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2015 308 95.8% 6,669 10,927 16,303
2014 268 95.9% 5,856 10,890 19,930

How Long Does a Honda Ctx Last?

Based on 101 Honda Ctx vehicles on UK roads.

Average
9.2 years
Median
10.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
12 years

Honda Ctx Mileage Distribution

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

Median
10,346 mi
75th Percentile
16,879 mi
95th Percentile
33,597 mi
Max Recorded
62,750 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Ctx

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

Best year
2014

95.9% MOT pass rate from 268 tests

Year to avoid
2015

95.8% MOT pass rate from 308 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Ctx is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.9% across 268 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 95.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Honda Ctx Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Ctx THIS CAR 96.0% 680 10,346 mi 12 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
Velocette Mss 95.2% 1,214 13,594 mi 72 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Honda Ctx?

The Honda Ctx has an overall MOT pass rate of 96.0% across 680 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp with 1 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

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 Ctx 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 Ctx owner drives around 1,183 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 Ctx models stay on UK roads for around 12 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 Ctx — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Ctx reliable?
Based on 680 MOT tests, the Honda Ctx has a 96.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Ctx?
The most common failure point is direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp.
How many miles does a Honda Ctx do per year?
The typical Honda Ctx does around 1,183 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Ctx last?
Most Honda Ctx models stay on UK roads for around 12 years based on our analysis of 101 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Ctx?
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 Ctx?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Ctx is 2014 with a 95.9% pass rate across 268 tests.