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Honda Nps 50-6 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Nps 50-6 reliable? We analysed 2,780 real MOT tests across 342 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,780 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.0%
Typical Mileage
5,382mi
Annual Mileage
319mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
21yrs

The Honda Nps 50-6 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement., brake lever has inadequate reserve travel and tyre tread not clearly visible. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Nps 50-6.

Honda Nps 50-6 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Nps 50-6. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Nps 50-6 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Nps 50-6 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

88.6%
2011
91.1%
2010
91.6%
2009
90.3%
2008
86.7%
2007
82.8%
2006
80.6%
2005

Honda Nps 50-6 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Nps 50-6 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 28
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 18
Tyre tread not clearly visible 17
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 16
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 12
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 10

Honda Nps 50-6 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Nps 50-6 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
69 mi/yr
Typical
319 mi/yr
Average
734 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,006 mi/yr

Honda Nps 50-6 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Nps 50-6 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2011 79 88.6% 1,310 2,413 5,204
2010 135 91.1% 2,391 5,125 11,304
2009 454 91.6% 1,895 3,882 8,518
2008 524 90.3% 2,614 5,614 11,674
2007 558 86.7% 2,501 5,053 9,062
2006 952 82.8% 2,753 6,710 10,983
2005 62 80.6% 4,014 7,622 15,024

How Long Does a Honda Nps 50-6 Last?

Based on 342 Honda Nps 50-6 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
11.9 years
Median
13.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
21 years

Honda Nps 50-6 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Nps 50-6 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
5,382 mi
75th Percentile
10,368 mi
95th Percentile
19,821 mi
Max Recorded
57,651 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Nps 50-6

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

Best year
2009

91.6% MOT pass rate from 454 tests

Year to avoid
2005

80.6% MOT pass rate from 62 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Nps 50-6 is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.6% across 454 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Honda Nps 50-6 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Nps 50-6 THIS CAR 87.0% 2,780 5,382 mi 21 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
Kawasaki ZR750-H1 86.1% 2,753 19,190 mi 25 yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Nps 50-6 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Nps 50-6?

The Honda Nps 50-6 has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.0% across 2,780 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 Nps 50-6 are suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (28 recorded failures), brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (18), and tyre tread not clearly visible (17). 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 Nps 50-6 owner drives around 319 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 Nps 50-6 models stay on UK roads for around 21 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.

Honda Nps 50-6 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Nps 50-6 reliable?
Based on 2,780 MOT tests, the Honda Nps 50-6 has a 87.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Nps 50-6?
The most common MOT failures are suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement., brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, and tyre tread not clearly visible. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Nps 50-6 do per year?
The typical Honda Nps 50-6 does around 319 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Nps 50-6 last?
Most Honda Nps 50-6 models stay on UK roads for around 21 years based on our analysis of 342 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Nps 50-6?
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 Nps 50-6?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Nps 50-6 is 2009 with a 91.6% pass rate across 454 tests.