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Honda Nc Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Nc reliable? We analysed 47,604 real MOT tests across 7,783 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 47,604 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.5%
Typical Mileage
13,617mi
Annual Mileage
1,601mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
13yrs

The Honda Nc is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Nc.

Honda Nc Number Plates

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

Honda Nc MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

91.9%
2021
94%
2020
93.7%
2019
91.3%
2018
92.3%
2017
89.8%
2016
89.6%
2015
89.4%
2014
87.4%
2013
91.1%
2012

Honda Nc Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Nc models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 498
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 396

Honda Nc Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
573 mi/yr
Typical
1,601 mi/yr
Average
2,937 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,639 mi/yr

Honda Nc MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 74 91.9% 6,680 10,566 18,721
2020 470 94.0% 4,825 9,373 15,270
2019 2,770 93.7% 5,939 10,158 16,712
2018 5,516 91.3% 6,166 11,129 19,356
2017 8,319 92.3% 6,876 12,600 22,050
2016 7,948 89.8% 8,189 14,708 25,043
2015 8,473 89.6% 8,330 15,344 25,552
2014 11,426 89.4% 7,727 14,623 25,618
2013 1,617 87.4% 9,364 15,608 27,130
2012 257 91.1% 7,235 16,830 27,989

How Long Does a Honda Nc Last?

Based on 7,783 Honda Nc vehicles on UK roads.

Average
7.8 years
Median
8.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
13 years

Honda Nc Mileage Distribution

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

Median
13,617 mi
75th Percentile
23,829 mi
95th Percentile
50,167 mi
Max Recorded
975,031 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Nc

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

Best year
2020

94.0% MOT pass rate from 470 tests

Year to avoid
2013

87.4% MOT pass rate from 1,617 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Nc is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.0% across 470 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Honda Nc Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Nc THIS CAR 90.5% 47,604 13,617 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
Kia Pride 61.2% 67,258 57,493 mi 35 yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Nc outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Nc?

The Honda Nc has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.5% across 47,604 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 Nc 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 Nc owner drives around 1,601 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 Nc 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.

Honda Nc — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Nc reliable?
Based on 47,604 MOT tests, the Honda Nc has a 90.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Nc?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Honda Nc do per year?
The typical Honda Nc does around 1,601 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Nc last?
Most Honda Nc models stay on UK roads for around 13 years based on our analysis of 7,783 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Nc?
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 Nc?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Nc is 2020 with a 94.0% pass rate across 470 tests.