Honda SZX50X-1 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda SZX50X-1 reliable? We analysed 1,542 real MOT tests across 210 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda SZX50X-1 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda SZX50X-1.
Honda SZX50X-1 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda SZX50X-1. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda SZX50X-1 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda SZX50X-1 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda SZX50X-1 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda SZX50X-1 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda SZX50X-1 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda SZX50X-1 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda SZX50X-1 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda SZX50X-1 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 869 | 79.9% | 6,102 | 10,346 | 14,784 |
| 2002 | 665 | 77.9% | 6,204 | 10,027 | 15,212 |
How Long Does a Honda SZX50X-1 Last?
Based on 210 Honda SZX50X-1 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda SZX50X-1 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda SZX50X-1 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 SZX50X-1
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.9% MOT pass rate from 869 tests
77.9% MOT pass rate from 665 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda SZX50X-1 is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.9% across 869 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda SZX50X-1 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda SZX50X-1 THIS CAR | 79.1% | 1,542 | 10,208 mi | 24 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 |
| Mazda CX-5 GT Sport D 4X4 Auto | 91.6% | 559 | 30,800 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda SZX50X-1 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Honda SZX50X-1 has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.1% across 1,542 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 SZX50X-1 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (81 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (72), and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (37). 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 SZX50X-1 owner drives around 1,041 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 SZX50X-1 models stay on UK roads for around 24 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.