Honda Pes Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Pes reliable? We analysed 2,367 real MOT tests across 365 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Pes is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Pes.
Honda Pes Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Pes. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Pes MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Pes to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Pes Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Pes fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Pes Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Pes models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda Pes Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Pes owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Pes MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Pes year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 443 | 82.6% | 10,777 | 16,370 | 28,512 |
| 2013 | 285 | 82.1% | 9,763 | 14,933 | 25,158 |
| 2012 | 172 | 83.1% | 8,968 | 14,183 | 20,884 |
| 2011 | 200 | 79.0% | 9,406 | 15,871 | 26,527 |
| 2010 | 163 | 82.8% | 7,920 | 15,882 | 23,911 |
| 2009 | 271 | 82.3% | 9,648 | 15,936 | 25,396 |
| 2008 | 434 | 80.6% | 11,224 | 16,967 | 26,626 |
| 2007 | 140 | 85.7% | 11,538 | 25,452 | 40,097 |
| 2006 | 253 | 80.6% | 8,095 | 13,179 | 21,837 |
How Long Does a Honda Pes Last?
Based on 365 Honda Pes vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Pes Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Pes 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 Pes
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.7% MOT pass rate from 140 tests
79.0% MOT pass rate from 200 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Pes is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.7% across 140 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Pes Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Pes THIS CAR | 81.8% | 2,367 | 16,025 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 |
| Suzuki Gsr 600 K7 | 88.2% | 2,207 | 12,193 mi | 19 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Pes outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda PesShould you buy a used Honda Pes?
The Honda Pes has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.8% across 2,367 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 Pes are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (32 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (17), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (16). 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 Pes 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 Pes owner drives around 2,200 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 Pes 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.