Honda SH300 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Honda SH300 car check
Is the Honda SH300 reliable? We analysed 2,388 real MOT tests across 230 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda SH300 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda SH300.
Honda SH300 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda SH300. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda SH300 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda SH300 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda SH300 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda SH300 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda SH300 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda SH300 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda SH300 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda SH300 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda SH300 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda SH300 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 149 | 87.9% | 7,982 | 10,957 | 17,705 |
| 2011 | 252 | 88.1% | 9,062 | 13,007 | 18,818 |
| 2010 | 377 | 90.2% | 7,733 | 14,562 | 22,185 |
| 2009 | 462 | 93.5% | 5,713 | 11,135 | 22,414 |
| 2008 | 565 | 89.4% | 9,894 | 16,519 | 25,238 |
| 2007 | 551 | 89.5% | 9,238 | 15,103 | 22,703 |
How Long Does a Honda SH300 Last?
Based on 230 Honda SH300 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda SH300 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda SH300 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 SH300
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.5% MOT pass rate from 462 tests
87.9% MOT pass rate from 149 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda SH300 is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.5% across 462 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda SH300 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda SH300 THIS CAR | 90.0% | 2,388 | 14,415 mi | 19 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 |
| Mercedes-benz 410 D | 68.2% | 3,521 | 164,003 mi | 37 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda SH300 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda SH300Should you buy a used Honda SH300?
The Honda SH300 has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.0% across 2,388 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 SH300 are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (29 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (20), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (14). 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 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 SH300 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 SH300 owner drives around 1,064 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 SH300 models stay on UK roads for around 19 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.