Honda NT650V Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Honda NT650V car check
Is the Honda NT650V reliable? We analysed 55,724 real MOT tests across 4,370 vehicles to find out.
Got a specific Honda NT650V? Enter the reg for a free check:
The Honda NT650V is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda NT650V.
Honda NT650V Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda NT650V. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda NT650V MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda NT650V to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda NT650V Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda NT650V fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda NT650V Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda NT650V models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda NT650V Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda NT650V owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda NT650V MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda NT650V year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 76 | 92.1% | 7,752 | 23,388 | 38,998 |
| 2007 | 55 | 85.5% | 10,248 | 14,859 | 19,738 |
| 2006 | 633 | 88.2% | 12,325 | 21,834 | 31,908 |
| 2005 | 4,432 | 87.0% | 11,949 | 21,980 | 37,121 |
| 2004 | 3,176 | 87.6% | 12,524 | 22,059 | 36,651 |
| 2003 | 6,858 | 85.9% | 13,915 | 24,119 | 39,182 |
| 2002 | 5,970 | 85.4% | 14,555 | 24,590 | 39,122 |
| 2001 | 8,455 | 84.4% | 16,381 | 26,713 | 42,678 |
| 2000 | 8,495 | 84.4% | 17,658 | 29,774 | 45,361 |
| 1999 | 10,906 | 84.3% | 19,322 | 31,754 | 46,696 |
| 1998 | 6,041 | 84.0% | 20,274 | 32,334 | 47,436 |
| 1997 | 90 | 73.3% | 16,843 | 39,989 | 53,283 |
| 1996 | 99 | 82.8% | 29,514 | 37,118 | 71,868 |
| 1995 | 138 | 84.8% | 32,280 | 40,036 | 61,506 |
| 1994 | 67 | 76.1% | 27,225 | 39,468 | 46,914 |
How Long Does a Honda NT650V Last?
Based on 4,370 Honda NT650V vehicles on UK roads.
Honda NT650V Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda NT650V MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda NT650V
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.1% MOT pass rate from 76 tests
73.3% MOT pass rate from 90 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda NT650V is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.1% across 76 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 73.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda NT650V Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda NT650V THIS CAR | 85.0% | 55,724 | 27,561 mi | 28 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 |
| Hyundai Atoz + | 67.6% | 55,293 | 53,760 mi | 28 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda NT650V outperforms both on MOT reliability.
Found a Honda NT650V you like?
Run a full vehicle history check on the specific car. See finance, stolen, write-off, mileage and MOT data for that exact vehicle.
Check a specific Honda NT650VShould you buy a used Honda NT650V?
The Honda NT650V has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.0% across 55,724 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 NT650V are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (1,032 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (892), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (828). 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 NT650V 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 NT650V owner drives around 1,241 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 NT650V models stay on UK roads for around 28 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.