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Honda Fjs 600 A-7 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Fjs 600 A-7 reliable? We analysed 3,902 real MOT tests across 361 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,902 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.3%
Typical Mileage
14,686mi
Annual Mileage
1,048mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
19yrs

The Honda Fjs 600 A-7 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and roller brake test indicates a binding brake. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Fjs 600 A-7.

Honda Fjs 600 A-7 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Fjs 600 A-7. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Fjs 600 A-7 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Fjs 600 A-7 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.9%
2013
89.9%
2012
86.7%
2011
91%
2010
87.3%
2009
87.4%
2008
86.4%
2007

Honda Fjs 600 A-7 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Fjs 600 A-7 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20

Honda Fjs 600 A-7 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Fjs 600 A-7 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 25

Honda Fjs 600 A-7 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Fjs 600 A-7 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
333 mi/yr
Typical
1,048 mi/yr
Average
1,933 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,424 mi/yr

Honda Fjs 600 A-7 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Fjs 600 A-7 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 386 89.9% 6,790 14,524 24,090
2012 546 89.9% 6,458 11,694 18,697
2011 496 86.7% 7,942 13,886 21,530
2010 532 91.0% 8,053 14,309 22,235
2009 732 87.3% 9,529 15,554 25,186
2008 586 87.4% 8,855 15,932 29,496
2007 508 86.4% 10,658 18,162 27,572

How Long Does a Honda Fjs 600 A-7 Last?

Based on 361 Honda Fjs 600 A-7 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
12.5 years
Median
13.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
19 years

Honda Fjs 600 A-7 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Fjs 600 A-7 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
14,686 mi
75th Percentile
24,335 mi
95th Percentile
45,527 mi
Max Recorded
129,276 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Fjs 600 A-7

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

Best year
2010

91.0% MOT pass rate from 532 tests

Year to avoid
2007

86.4% MOT pass rate from 508 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Fjs 600 A-7 is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.0% across 532 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Honda Fjs 600 A-7 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Fjs 600 A-7 THIS CAR 88.3% 3,902 14,686 mi 19 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
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque Pure SD4 88.5% 1,806 83,077 mi — yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Fjs 600 A-7 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Fjs 600 A-7?

The Honda Fjs 600 A-7 has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.3% across 3,902 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 Fjs 600 A-7 are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (45 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (43), and roller brake test indicates a binding brake (40). 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 Fjs 600 A-7 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 Fjs 600 A-7 owner drives around 1,048 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 Fjs 600 A-7 models stay on UK roads for around 19 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.

Honda Fjs 600 A-7 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Fjs 600 A-7 reliable?
Based on 3,902 MOT tests, the Honda Fjs 600 A-7 has a 88.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Fjs 600 A-7?
The most common MOT failures are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, and roller brake test indicates a binding brake. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Fjs 600 A-7 do per year?
The typical Honda Fjs 600 A-7 does around 1,048 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Fjs 600 A-7 last?
Most Honda Fjs 600 A-7 models stay on UK roads for around 19 years based on our analysis of 361 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Fjs 600 A-7?
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 Fjs 600 A-7?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Fjs 600 A-7 is 2010 with a 91.0% pass rate across 532 tests.