Honda NH80MD-H Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Honda NH80MD-H car check
Is the Honda NH80MD-H reliable? We analysed 1,009 real MOT tests across 200 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda NH80MD-H is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and brake lever has inadequate reserve travel. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda NH80MD-H.
Honda NH80MD-H Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda NH80MD-H. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda NH80MD-H MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda NH80MD-H to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda NH80MD-H Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda NH80MD-H fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda NH80MD-H Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda NH80MD-H owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda NH80MD-H MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda NH80MD-H year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 112 | 75.9% | 3,445 | 4,855 | 6,854 |
| 1992 | 57 | 86.0% | 2,706 | 5,139 | 6,739 |
| 1991 | 159 | 79.2% | 2,323 | 5,729 | 7,980 |
| 1990 | 282 | 83.3% | 2,690 | 4,430 | 7,102 |
| 1989 | 144 | 80.6% | 3,824 | 7,701 | 8,918 |
| 1988 | 100 | 84.0% | 2,304 | 5,231 | 7,082 |
| 1987 | 64 | 78.1% | 1,441 | 4,005 | 7,362 |
How Long Does a Honda NH80MD-H Last?
Based on 200 Honda NH80MD-H vehicles on UK roads.
Honda NH80MD-H Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda NH80MD-H 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 NH80MD-H
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.0% MOT pass rate from 57 tests
75.9% MOT pass rate from 112 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda NH80MD-H is 1992, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.0% across 57 tests. The 1993 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda NH80MD-H Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda NH80MD-H THIS CAR | 81.3% | 1,009 | 4,932 mi | 39 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 |
| Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed 4X2 | 89.2% | 1,189 | 26,652 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda NH80MD-H outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda NH80MD-HShould you buy a used Honda NH80MD-H?
The Honda NH80MD-H has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.3% across 1,009 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 NH80MD-H are shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (29 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (24), and brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (21). 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 NH80MD-H owner drives around 222 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 NH80MD-H models stay on UK roads for around 39 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.