Honda Sh Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Sh reliable? We analysed 26,109 real MOT tests across 4,664 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Sh is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Sh.
Honda Sh Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Sh. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Sh MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Sh to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Sh Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Sh models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda Sh Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Sh owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Sh MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Sh year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 687 | 90.2% | 6,816 | 19,242 | 43,888 |
| 2018 | 3,528 | 87.5% | 8,144 | 21,196 | 46,488 |
| 2017 | 4,969 | 88.7% | 8,467 | 20,131 | 46,477 |
| 2016 | 4,974 | 85.1% | 9,120 | 20,692 | 45,392 |
| 2015 | 4,537 | 83.8% | 11,816 | 27,838 | 57,103 |
| 2014 | 4,601 | 84.8% | 10,520 | 22,682 | 47,329 |
| 2013 | 1,279 | 85.2% | 9,428 | 19,271 | 38,916 |
| 2012 | 199 | 87.4% | 9,374 | 14,002 | 21,467 |
| 2011 | 103 | 85.4% | 8,818 | 13,021 | 20,896 |
| 2010 | 128 | 84.4% | 7,976 | 17,513 | 24,906 |
| 2009 | 147 | 80.3% | 5,576 | 12,171 | 25,102 |
| 2008 | 303 | 84.5% | 7,369 | 13,400 | 25,491 |
| 2007 | 196 | 84.7% | 7,919 | 16,651 | 27,425 |
| 2006 | 115 | 87.0% | 5,899 | 16,613 | 24,825 |
How Long Does a Honda Sh Last?
Based on 4,664 Honda Sh vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Sh Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Sh 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 Sh
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.2% MOT pass rate from 687 tests
80.3% MOT pass rate from 147 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Sh is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.2% across 687 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Sh Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Sh THIS CAR | 85.9% | 26,109 | 21,308 mi | 18 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 |
| Saab 900 S | 65.3% | 8,317 | 115,786 mi | 33 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Sh outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda ShShould you buy a used Honda Sh?
The Honda Sh has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.9% across 26,109 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
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 Sh 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 Sh owner drives around 3,628 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 Sh models stay on UK roads for around 18 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.