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Honda Nt 700 VA-7 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Nt 700 VA-7 reliable? We analysed 3,363 real MOT tests across 287 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,363 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.1%
Typical Mileage
22,572mi
Annual Mileage
1,412mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
19yrs

The Honda Nt 700 VA-7 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 stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Nt 700 VA-7.

Honda Nt 700 VA-7 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Nt 700 VA-7. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Nt 700 VA-7 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Nt 700 VA-7 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

74.7%
2009
89.1%
2008
85.3%
2007

Honda Nt 700 VA-7 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Nt 700 VA-7 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 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 22
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 15

Honda Nt 700 VA-7 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Nt 700 VA-7 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19

Honda Nt 700 VA-7 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Nt 700 VA-7 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
430 mi/yr
Typical
1,412 mi/yr
Average
2,849 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,502 mi/yr

Honda Nt 700 VA-7 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Nt 700 VA-7 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2009 83 74.7% 14,259 24,905 41,540
2008 894 89.1% 10,882 21,567 34,800
2007 2,273 85.3% 13,148 22,993 37,544

How Long Does a Honda Nt 700 VA-7 Last?

Based on 287 Honda Nt 700 VA-7 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
13.4 years
Median
16.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
19 years

Honda Nt 700 VA-7 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Nt 700 VA-7 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
22,572 mi
75th Percentile
36,676 mi
95th Percentile
69,489 mi
Max Recorded
225,403 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Nt 700 VA-7

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

Best year
2008

89.1% MOT pass rate from 894 tests

Year to avoid
2009

74.7% MOT pass rate from 83 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Nt 700 VA-7 is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.1% across 894 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.7% — 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-7 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-7 THIS CAR 86.1% 3,363 22,572 mi 19 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
Daihatsu Mira 70% 2,252 60,600 mi 33 yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Nt 700 VA-7 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Nt 700 VA-7?

The Honda Nt 700 VA-7 has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.1% across 3,363 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-7 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (54 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (41), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (27). 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 Nt 700 VA-7 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-7 owner drives around 1,412 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-7 models stay on UK roads for around 19 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-7 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Nt 700 VA-7 reliable?
Based on 3,363 MOT tests, the Honda Nt 700 VA-7 has a 86.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Nt 700 VA-7?
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 stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Nt 700 VA-7 do per year?
The typical Honda Nt 700 VA-7 does around 1,412 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Nt 700 VA-7 last?
Most Honda Nt 700 VA-7 models stay on UK roads for around 19 years based on our analysis of 287 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Nt 700 VA-7?
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-7?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Nt 700 VA-7 is 2008 with a 89.1% pass rate across 894 tests.