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Honda H100 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda H100 reliable? We analysed 5,207 real MOT tests across 1,097 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 5,207 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
77.5%
Typical Mileage
19,164mi
Annual Mileage
271mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
46yrs

The Honda H100 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda H100.

Honda H100 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda H100. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda H100 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda H100 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

75.3%
1993
77%
1992
78.2%
1991
76.7%
1990
80%
1989
74.8%
1988
82.4%
1987
79.7%
1986
76.8%
1985
73.2%
1984
77.8%
1983
73.9%
1982
75%
1981
78.7%
1980

Honda H100 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda H100 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 155
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 96
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 94
Direction indicators not working 88
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 79
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 61
Horn not working 57
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 48
Direction indicator not working 47
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 46

Honda H100 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda H100 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
62 mi/yr
Typical
271 mi/yr
Average
965 mi/yr
Heavy usage
940 mi/yr

Honda H100 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda H100 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1993 93 75.3% 12,450 15,352 21,784
1992 239 77.0% 12,073 19,925 26,590
1991 510 78.2% 10,963 19,264 28,052
1990 761 76.7% 12,317 19,710 28,079
1989 599 80.0% 12,526 17,751 27,057
1988 622 74.8% 12,723 19,807 31,210
1987 556 82.4% 12,082 18,297 29,001
1986 305 79.7% 13,104 20,331 28,678
1985 379 76.8% 13,083 16,850 22,417
1984 272 73.2% 11,158 18,009 30,358
1983 153 77.8% 14,663 21,786 30,745
1982 180 73.9% 16,954 21,469 33,832
1981 240 75.0% 16,503 23,353 32,530
1980 221 78.7% 10,655 17,733 30,557

How Long Does a Honda H100 Last?

Based on 1,097 Honda H100 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
26.7 years
Median
26.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
46 years

Honda H100 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda H100 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
19,164 mi
75th Percentile
28,518 mi
95th Percentile
46,275 mi
Max Recorded
600,062 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda H100

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

Best year
1987

82.4% MOT pass rate from 556 tests

Year to avoid
1984

73.2% MOT pass rate from 272 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda H100 is 1987, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.4% across 556 tests. The 1984 model year has the lowest pass rate at 73.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Honda H100 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda H100 THIS CAR 77.5% 5,207 19,164 mi 46 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
Vespa (douglas) PX125 83.4% 3,358 14,197 mi 47 yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda H100 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda H100?

The Honda H100 has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.5% across 5,207 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 H100 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (155 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (96), and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (94). 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.

A typical Honda H100 owner drives around 271 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 H100 models stay on UK roads for around 46 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 H100 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda H100 reliable?
Based on 5,207 MOT tests, the Honda H100 has a 77.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda H100?
The most common MOT failures are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect.. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda H100 do per year?
The typical Honda H100 does around 271 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda H100 last?
Most Honda H100 models stay on UK roads for around 46 years based on our analysis of 1,097 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda H100?
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 H100?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda H100 is 1987 with a 82.4% pass rate across 556 tests.