Honda F6C Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Honda F6C car check
Is the Honda F6C reliable? We analysed 10,739 real MOT tests across 849 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda F6C 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 roller brake test indicates a binding brake. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda F6C.
Honda F6C Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda F6C. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda F6C MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda F6C to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda F6C Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda F6C fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda F6C Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda F6C models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda F6C Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda F6C owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda F6C MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda F6C year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 59 | 89.8% | 15,416 | 21,631 | 26,968 |
| 2004 | 130 | 90.8% | 12,834 | 17,820 | 23,486 |
| 2003 | 162 | 95.1% | 15,416 | 21,202 | 26,390 |
| 2002 | 1,085 | 92.5% | 10,427 | 20,578 | 33,526 |
| 2001 | 1,427 | 91.5% | 11,332 | 18,435 | 27,610 |
| 2000 | 1,451 | 91.6% | 15,870 | 23,395 | 36,343 |
| 1999 | 2,245 | 90.6% | 14,222 | 22,988 | 35,791 |
| 1998 | 1,918 | 91.3% | 16,254 | 24,256 | 36,973 |
| 1997 | 2,044 | 90.4% | 13,240 | 24,466 | 37,846 |
| 1996 | 158 | 92.4% | 11,497 | 32,063 | 50,378 |
How Long Does a Honda F6C Last?
Based on 849 Honda F6C vehicles on UK roads.
Honda F6C Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda F6C 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 F6C
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
95.1% MOT pass rate from 162 tests
89.8% MOT pass rate from 59 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda F6C is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.1% across 162 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda F6C Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda F6C THIS CAR | 91.3% | 10,739 | 22,418 mi | 30 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 |
| Renault Traffic | 66.4% | 4,751 | 100,854 mi | 43 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda F6C outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda F6CShould you buy a used Honda F6C?
The Honda F6C has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.3% across 10,739 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 F6C are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (76 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (46), and roller brake test indicates a binding brake (45). 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 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 F6C 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 F6C owner drives around 789 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 F6C models stay on UK roads for around 30 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.