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Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D reliable? We analysed 1,860 real MOT tests across 280 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,860 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.2%
Typical Mileage
8,823mi
Annual Mileage
1,004mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
14yrs

The Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D.

Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

84.8%
2013
87.4%
2012

Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16

Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 15
Tyre tread not clearly visible 12

Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
335 mi/yr
Typical
1,004 mi/yr
Average
1,479 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,111 mi/yr

Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 1,480 84.8% 5,048 8,886 13,688
2012 261 87.4% 4,428 8,861 13,016

How Long Does a Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D Last?

Based on 280 Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D vehicles on UK roads.

Average
8.5 years
Median
9.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
14 years

Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
8,823 mi
75th Percentile
13,485 mi
95th Percentile
21,569 mi
Max Recorded
234,169 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D

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

Best year
2012

87.4% MOT pass rate from 261 tests

Year to avoid
2013

84.8% MOT pass rate from 1,480 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.4% across 261 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D THIS CAR 85.2% 1,860 8,823 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
Mazda 3 Tamura 88.2% 1,206 68,190 mi — yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D?

The Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.2% across 1,860 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil with 16 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D 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 Nsc 50 2WH-D owner drives around 1,004 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 Nsc 50 2WH-D 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 Nsc 50 2WH-D — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D reliable?
Based on 1,860 MOT tests, the Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D has a 85.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D?
The most common failure point is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil.
How many miles does a Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D do per year?
The typical Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D does around 1,004 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D last?
Most Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D 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 Nsc 50 2WH-D?
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 Nsc 50 2WH-D?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Nsc 50 2WH-D is 2012 with a 87.4% pass rate across 261 tests.