Honda NTV650 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda NTV650 reliable? We analysed 13,733 real MOT tests across 1,325 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda NTV650 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda NTV650.
Honda NTV650 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda NTV650. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda NTV650 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda NTV650 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda NTV650 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda NTV650 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda NTV650 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda NTV650 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda NTV650 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda NTV650 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 63 | 88.9% | 15,505 | 26,193 | 40,741 |
| 2005 | 91 | 83.5% | 6,442 | 16,720 | 41,946 |
| 2004 | 340 | 88.8% | 8,897 | 18,983 | 34,350 |
| 2003 | 74 | 91.9% | 19,314 | 30,638 | 52,714 |
| 2002 | 290 | 80.3% | 17,082 | 28,187 | 40,828 |
| 2001 | 240 | 84.2% | 14,317 | 22,500 | 38,776 |
| 2000 | 268 | 79.5% | 20,430 | 29,860 | 43,586 |
| 1999 | 198 | 79.8% | 22,995 | 37,517 | 66,930 |
| 1998 | 395 | 83.0% | 18,491 | 32,924 | 54,328 |
| 1997 | 2,206 | 83.7% | 21,672 | 37,324 | 54,695 |
| 1996 | 2,671 | 82.2% | 24,852 | 38,558 | 56,800 |
| 1995 | 2,722 | 82.3% | 24,801 | 41,952 | 58,448 |
| 1994 | 1,907 | 82.6% | 26,048 | 39,572 | 63,465 |
| 1993 | 2,033 | 80.4% | 26,441 | 41,843 | 65,321 |
| 1988 | 98 | 79.6% | 30,612 | 46,429 | 59,312 |
How Long Does a Honda NTV650 Last?
Based on 1,325 Honda NTV650 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda NTV650 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda NTV650 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 NTV650
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.9% MOT pass rate from 74 tests
79.5% MOT pass rate from 268 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda NTV650 is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.9% across 74 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda NTV650 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda NTV650 THIS CAR | 82.5% | 13,733 | 38,219 mi | 33 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 |
| Vauxhall Corsa Sri Premium Turbo | 86.2% | 26,194 | 30,320 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda NTV650 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda NTV650Should you buy a used Honda NTV650?
The Honda NTV650 has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.5% across 13,733 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 NTV650 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (237 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (226), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (182). 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.
A typical Honda NTV650 owner drives around 1,163 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 NTV650 models stay on UK roads for around 33 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.