Honda Freed Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Freed reliable? We analysed 2,657 real MOT tests across 815 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Freed is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Freed.
Honda Freed Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Freed. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Freed MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Freed to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Freed Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Freed models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda Freed Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Freed owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Freed MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Freed year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 76 | 78.9% | 84,149 | 111,510 | 143,320 |
| 2019 | 85 | 84.7% | 65,838 | 114,006 | 133,789 |
| 2018 | 61 | 80.3% | 25,294 | 48,501 | 94,204 |
| 2015 | 86 | 86.0% | 60,508 | 70,387 | 87,420 |
| 2014 | 188 | 93.1% | 55,372 | 69,584 | 87,335 |
| 2013 | 245 | 86.5% | 59,101 | 70,654 | 90,574 |
| 2012 | 491 | 87.6% | 62,345 | 78,213 | 100,558 |
| 2011 | 313 | 84.0% | 68,223 | 84,299 | 112,356 |
| 2010 | 390 | 78.2% | 64,739 | 80,943 | 110,260 |
| 2009 | 332 | 78.9% | 75,689 | 102,764 | 123,476 |
| 2008 | 191 | 80.1% | 85,170 | 115,793 | 146,612 |
How Long Does a Honda Freed Last?
Based on 815 Honda Freed vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Freed Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Freed 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 Freed
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.1% MOT pass rate from 188 tests
78.2% MOT pass rate from 390 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Freed is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.1% across 188 tests. The 2010 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Freed Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Freed THIS CAR | 83.6% | 2,657 | 82,790 mi | 18 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 |
| Vauxhall Corsa SE Nav S/s | 86% | 1,333 | 23,047 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Freed outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda FreedShould you buy a used Honda Freed?
The Honda Freed has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.6% across 2,657 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda Freed 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 Freed owner drives around 6,561 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 Freed models stay on UK roads for around 18 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.