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Honda Nss 300 A-d Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Nss 300 A-d reliable? We analysed 1,419 real MOT tests across 179 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,419 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.9%
Typical Mileage
11,742mi
Annual Mileage
1,267mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
13yrs

The Honda Nss 300 A-d 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 stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Nss 300 A-d.

Honda Nss 300 A-d Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Nss 300 A-d. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Nss 300 A-d MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Nss 300 A-d to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.5%
2013

Honda Nss 300 A-d Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Nss 300 A-d 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 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4

Honda Nss 300 A-d Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Nss 300 A-d models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 33
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17

Honda Nss 300 A-d Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Nss 300 A-d owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
433 mi/yr
Typical
1,267 mi/yr
Average
2,532 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,176 mi/yr

Honda Nss 300 A-d MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Nss 300 A-d year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 1,310 89.5% 5,962 11,822 20,572

How Long Does a Honda Nss 300 A-d Last?

Based on 179 Honda Nss 300 A-d vehicles on UK roads.

Average
9.6 years
Median
11.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
13 years

Honda Nss 300 A-d Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Nss 300 A-d MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
11,742 mi
75th Percentile
20,753 mi
95th Percentile
44,037 mi
Max Recorded
121,878 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Nss 300 A-d

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

Best year
2013

89.5% MOT pass rate from 1,310 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Nss 300 A-d is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.5% across 1,310 tests.

How Does the Honda Nss 300 A-d Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Nss 300 A-d THIS CAR 89.9% 1,419 11,742 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
Rickman Ranger 77.2% 1,047 44,377 mi 47 yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Nss 300 A-d outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Nss 300 A-d?

The Honda Nss 300 A-d has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.9% across 1,419 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 Nss 300 A-d are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (15 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (9), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (4). 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 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 Nss 300 A-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 Nss 300 A-d owner drives around 1,267 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 Nss 300 A-d 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 Nss 300 A-d — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Nss 300 A-d reliable?
Based on 1,419 MOT tests, the Honda Nss 300 A-d has a 89.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Nss 300 A-d?
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 stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Nss 300 A-d do per year?
The typical Honda Nss 300 A-d does around 1,267 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Nss 300 A-d last?
Most Honda Nss 300 A-d models stay on UK roads for around 13 years based on our analysis of 179 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Nss 300 A-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 Nss 300 A-d?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Nss 300 A-d is 2013 with a 89.5% pass rate across 1,310 tests.