Honda PC800 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda PC800 reliable? We analysed 1,561 real MOT tests across 150 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda PC800 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test indicates a binding brake, tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda PC800.
Honda PC800 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda PC800. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda PC800 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda PC800 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda PC800 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda PC800 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda PC800 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda PC800 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda PC800 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda PC800 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 113 | 89.4% | 11,325 | 16,941 | 25,562 |
| 1997 | 95 | 83.2% | 17,150 | 25,489 | 44,242 |
| 1996 | 122 | 83.6% | 26,538 | 40,348 | 57,095 |
| 1994 | 159 | 87.4% | 26,687 | 44,731 | 56,048 |
| 1992 | 226 | 84.1% | 29,516 | 41,523 | 54,228 |
| 1991 | 184 | 87.5% | 20,080 | 38,419 | 46,224 |
| 1990 | 138 | 88.4% | 28,838 | 33,237 | 39,624 |
| 1989 | 271 | 87.5% | 22,717 | 31,457 | 43,868 |
How Long Does a Honda PC800 Last?
Based on 150 Honda PC800 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda PC800 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda PC800 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 PC800
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.4% MOT pass rate from 113 tests
83.2% MOT pass rate from 95 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda PC800 is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.4% across 113 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda PC800 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda PC800 THIS CAR | 86.0% | 1,561 | 33,496 mi | 37 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 |
| Skoda Kamiq S TSI | 88.7% | 2,818 | 28,152 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda PC800 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda PC800Should you buy a used Honda PC800?
The Honda PC800 has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.0% across 1,561 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 PC800 are roller brake test indicates a binding brake (23 recorded failures), tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (22), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (22). 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 PC800 owner drives around 768 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 PC800 models stay on UK roads for around 37 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.