Honda FJS600 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Honda FJS600 car check
Is the Honda FJS600 reliable? We analysed 14,260 real MOT tests across 1,087 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda FJS600 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, roller brake test indicates a binding brake and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda FJS600.
Honda FJS600 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda FJS600. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda FJS600 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda FJS600 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda FJS600 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda FJS600 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda FJS600 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda FJS600 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda FJS600 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda FJS600 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda FJS600 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda FJS600 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 92 | 91.3% | 5,948 | 19,379 | 29,194 |
| 2011 | 269 | 90.3% | 7,818 | 13,035 | 21,595 |
| 2010 | 427 | 88.1% | 6,590 | 12,738 | 23,274 |
| 2009 | 681 | 91.3% | 7,037 | 13,690 | 21,021 |
| 2008 | 682 | 84.6% | 13,472 | 20,145 | 32,425 |
| 2007 | 951 | 85.0% | 10,067 | 18,255 | 32,780 |
| 2006 | 695 | 84.5% | 10,682 | 19,188 | 29,320 |
| 2005 | 597 | 85.6% | 12,929 | 22,917 | 35,619 |
| 2004 | 2,281 | 84.1% | 10,905 | 18,738 | 30,048 |
| 2003 | 2,444 | 85.6% | 10,064 | 18,418 | 29,991 |
| 2002 | 2,355 | 86.3% | 12,628 | 20,951 | 32,636 |
| 2001 | 2,718 | 85.5% | 12,582 | 21,666 | 33,511 |
How Long Does a Honda FJS600 Last?
Based on 1,087 Honda FJS600 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda FJS600 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda FJS600 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 FJS600
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.3% MOT pass rate from 681 tests
84.1% MOT pass rate from 2,281 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda FJS600 is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.3% across 681 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda FJS600 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda FJS600 THIS CAR | 85.8% | 14,260 | 19,200 mi | 25 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 Discovery Hse SDV6 Auto | 88.3% | 9,198 | 54,814 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda FJS600 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda FJS600Should you buy a used Honda FJS600?
The Honda FJS600 has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.8% across 14,260 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 FJS600 are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (249 recorded failures), roller brake test indicates a binding brake (246), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (242). 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 brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda FJS600 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 FJS600 owner drives around 1,019 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 FJS600 models stay on UK roads for around 25 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.