Honda Stream Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Stream reliable? We analysed 76,510 real MOT tests across 4,801 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Stream is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, position lamp(s) not working and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Stream.
Honda Stream Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Stream. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Stream MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Stream to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Stream Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Stream fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Stream Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Stream owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Stream MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Stream year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 144 | 76.4% | 69,958 | 119,464 | 142,884 |
| 2018 | 106 | 73.6% | 69,458 | 98,160 | 123,126 |
| 2017 | 197 | 71.6% | 55,428 | 88,003 | 131,346 |
| 2016 | 145 | 66.9% | 58,865 | 89,801 | 131,194 |
| 2015 | 100 | 69.0% | 74,028 | 93,487 | 129,308 |
| 2014 | 137 | 74.5% | 65,703 | 85,060 | 114,527 |
| 2013 | 133 | 73.7% | 56,289 | 90,608 | 122,493 |
| 2012 | 59 | 71.2% | 87,128 | 99,806 | 108,660 |
| 2011 | 223 | 75.3% | 65,329 | 94,178 | 119,062 |
| 2010 | 263 | 76.8% | 72,380 | 95,819 | 126,714 |
| 2009 | 253 | 77.1% | 64,146 | 91,204 | 124,370 |
| 2008 | 195 | 75.4% | 100,905 | 124,470 | 156,117 |
| 2007 | 350 | 76.6% | 72,119 | 95,181 | 123,478 |
| 2006 | 315 | 76.2% | 73,798 | 99,739 | 136,454 |
| 2005 | 1,956 | 72.0% | 50,995 | 81,046 | 111,426 |
| 2004 | 8,832 | 73.3% | 50,420 | 78,932 | 110,387 |
| 2003 | 9,659 | 72.2% | 54,000 | 82,342 | 111,581 |
| 2002 | 27,487 | 71.9% | 56,934 | 83,946 | 113,607 |
| 2001 | 25,726 | 71.3% | 64,048 | 89,962 | 118,713 |
| 2000 | 95 | 64.2% | 92,351 | 120,073 | 143,806 |
How Long Does a Honda Stream Last?
Based on 4,801 Honda Stream vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Stream Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Stream 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 Stream
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.1% MOT pass rate from 253 tests
64.2% MOT pass rate from 95 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Stream is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.1% across 253 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Stream Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Stream THIS CAR | 72.0% | 76,510 | 85,722 mi | 25 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 |
| Toyota Camry | 74.1% | 91,186 | 101,591 mi | 39 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Stream trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda StreamShould you buy a used Honda Stream?
The Honda Stream has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.0% across 76,510 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Honda Stream are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4,053 recorded failures), position lamp(s) not working (2,101), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (2,001). 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 Stream owner drives around 6,849 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 Stream models stay on UK roads for around 25 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.