Honda Msx Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Msx reliable? We analysed 25,844 real MOT tests across 5,846 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Msx is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Msx.
Honda Msx Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Msx. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Msx MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Msx to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Msx Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Msx models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda Msx Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Msx owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Msx MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Msx year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 152 | 86.2% | 2,065 | 4,558 | 7,905 |
| 2020 | 1,187 | 89.3% | 1,460 | 3,338 | 7,440 |
| 2019 | 1,769 | 86.7% | 1,937 | 4,282 | 8,680 |
| 2018 | 3,299 | 86.2% | 1,938 | 4,605 | 9,024 |
| 2017 | 4,587 | 86.7% | 2,317 | 5,261 | 10,680 |
| 2016 | 5,381 | 85.7% | 2,207 | 5,115 | 10,430 |
| 2015 | 4,183 | 85.7% | 2,392 | 5,841 | 11,737 |
| 2014 | 4,219 | 86.2% | 2,354 | 5,505 | 10,956 |
| 2013 | 808 | 87.1% | 2,021 | 4,403 | 10,648 |
How Long Does a Honda Msx Last?
Based on 5,846 Honda Msx vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Msx Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Msx 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 Msx
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.3% MOT pass rate from 1,187 tests
85.7% MOT pass rate from 4,183 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Msx is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.3% across 1,187 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Msx Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Msx THIS CAR | 86.3% | 25,844 | 5,054 mi | 13 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 |
| Morgan Plus 4 | 85.6% | 23,769 | 17,689 mi | 72 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Msx outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda MsxShould you buy a used Honda Msx?
The Honda Msx has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.3% across 25,844 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 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 Msx 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 Msx owner drives around 528 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 Msx models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.