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Honda Nt 700 Va Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Nt 700 Va reliable? We analysed 4,677 real MOT tests across 393 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,677 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.5%
Typical Mileage
24,636mi
Annual Mileage
1,603mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
20yrs

The Honda Nt 700 Va is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Nt 700 Va.

Honda Nt 700 Va Number Plates

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

Honda Nt 700 Va MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

84%
2009
92.7%
2008
87.3%
2007
84.9%
2006

Honda Nt 700 Va Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 78
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 44
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 35
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 28

Honda Nt 700 Va Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 37

Honda Nt 700 Va Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
552 mi/yr
Typical
1,603 mi/yr
Average
2,886 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,766 mi/yr

Honda Nt 700 Va MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Nt 700 Va year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2009 50 84.0% 12,611 27,626 73,496
2008 55 92.7% 10,118 14,743 34,276
2007 708 87.3% 11,971 25,001 42,510
2006 3,810 84.9% 13,552 24,588 40,314

How Long Does a Honda Nt 700 Va Last?

Based on 393 Honda Nt 700 Va vehicles on UK roads.

Average
13.3 years
Median
16.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
20 years

Honda Nt 700 Va Mileage Distribution

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

Median
24,636 mi
75th Percentile
40,806 mi
95th Percentile
75,568 mi
Max Recorded
487,222 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Nt 700 Va

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

Best year
2008

92.7% MOT pass rate from 55 tests

Year to avoid
2009

84.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Nt 700 Va is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.7% across 55 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Honda Nt 700 Va Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Nt 700 Va THIS CAR 85.5% 4,677 24,636 mi 20 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
Lexus RX300 SE Auto 79.5% 3,652 88,147 mi 26 yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Nt 700 Va outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Nt 700 Va?

The Honda Nt 700 Va has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.5% across 4,677 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 Nt 700 Va are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (85 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (78), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (44). 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 Nt 700 Va 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 Nt 700 Va owner drives around 1,603 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 Nt 700 Va models stay on UK roads for around 20 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 Nt 700 Va — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Nt 700 Va reliable?
Based on 4,677 MOT tests, the Honda Nt 700 Va has a 85.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Nt 700 Va?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Nt 700 Va do per year?
The typical Honda Nt 700 Va does around 1,603 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Nt 700 Va last?
Most Honda Nt 700 Va models stay on UK roads for around 20 years based on our analysis of 393 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Nt 700 Va?
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 Nt 700 Va?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Nt 700 Va is 2008 with a 92.7% pass rate across 55 tests.