Honda H100S-J Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda H100S-J reliable? We analysed 434 real MOT tests across 109 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda H100S-J 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 has inadequate damping effect. and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda H100S-J.
Honda H100S-J Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda H100S-J. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda H100S-J MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda H100S-J to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda H100S-J Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda H100S-J fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda H100S-J Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda H100S-J owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda H100S-J MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda H100S-J year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 105 | 86.7% | 7,073 | 15,572 | 21,706 |
| 1990 | 105 | 75.2% | 14,035 | 18,941 | 26,406 |
| 1989 | 71 | 76.1% | 12,604 | 25,252 | 30,094 |
| 1988 | 52 | 82.7% | 17,427 | 20,057 | 27,064 |
How Long Does a Honda H100S-J Last?
Based on 109 Honda H100S-J vehicles on UK roads.
Honda H100S-J Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda H100S-J 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 H100S-J
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.7% MOT pass rate from 105 tests
75.2% MOT pass rate from 105 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda H100S-J is 1991, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.7% across 105 tests. The 1990 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda H100S-J Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda H100S-J THIS CAR | 81.1% | 434 | 19,510 mi | 38 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 |
| Seat Ateca FR Sport Ecotsi | 91.9% | 221 | 23,463 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda H100S-J outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda H100S-JShould you buy a used Honda H100S-J?
The Honda H100S-J has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.1% across 434 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 H100S-J are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (11 recorded failures), shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (8), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (7). 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 H100S-J owner drives around 338 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 H100S-J models stay on UK roads for around 38 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.