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Honda Nc 700 Xd-c Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Nc 700 Xd-c reliable? We analysed 2,405 real MOT tests across 280 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,405 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.7%
Typical Mileage
18,240mi
Annual Mileage
1,588mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
14yrs

The Honda Nc 700 Xd-c is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and drive chain excessively loose. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Nc 700 Xd-c.

Honda Nc 700 Xd-c Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Nc 700 Xd-c. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Nc 700 Xd-c MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Nc 700 Xd-c to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.6%
2013
89.7%
2012

Honda Nc 700 Xd-c Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Nc 700 Xd-c fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Drive chain excessively loose 9

Honda Nc 700 Xd-c Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Nc 700 Xd-c models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 26

Honda Nc 700 Xd-c Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Nc 700 Xd-c owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
599 mi/yr
Typical
1,588 mi/yr
Average
2,760 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,547 mi/yr

Honda Nc 700 Xd-c MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Nc 700 Xd-c year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 1,101 89.6% 8,962 16,487 27,676
2012 1,257 89.7% 10,656 19,776 32,361

How Long Does a Honda Nc 700 Xd-c Last?

Based on 280 Honda Nc 700 Xd-c vehicles on UK roads.

Average
10.1 years
Median
11.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
14 years

Honda Nc 700 Xd-c Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Nc 700 Xd-c MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
18,240 mi
75th Percentile
30,702 mi
95th Percentile
57,420 mi
Max Recorded
207,389 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Nc 700 Xd-c

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

Best year
2012

89.7% MOT pass rate from 1,257 tests

Year to avoid
2013

89.6% MOT pass rate from 1,101 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Nc 700 Xd-c is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.7% across 1,257 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.6% — 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 700 Xd-c Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Nc 700 Xd-c THIS CAR 89.7% 2,405 18,240 mi 14 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
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque S D MHEV A 90.4% 2,560 31,756 mi — yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Nc 700 Xd-c outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Nc 700 Xd-c?

The Honda Nc 700 Xd-c has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.7% across 2,405 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 Nc 700 Xd-c are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (18 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (9), and drive chain excessively loose (9). 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.

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 700 Xd-c 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 700 Xd-c owner drives around 1,588 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 700 Xd-c models stay on UK roads for around 14 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 700 Xd-c — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Nc 700 Xd-c reliable?
Based on 2,405 MOT tests, the Honda Nc 700 Xd-c has a 89.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Nc 700 Xd-c?
The most common MOT failures are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, and drive chain excessively loose. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Nc 700 Xd-c do per year?
The typical Honda Nc 700 Xd-c does around 1,588 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Nc 700 Xd-c last?
Most Honda Nc 700 Xd-c models stay on UK roads for around 14 years based on our analysis of 280 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Nc 700 Xd-c?
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 700 Xd-c?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Nc 700 Xd-c is 2012 with a 89.7% pass rate across 1,257 tests.