Honda Tlr Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Tlr reliable? We analysed 690 real MOT tests across 274 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Tlr is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre is unsuitable, horn not working and reflector on motorcycle missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Tlr.
Honda Tlr Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Tlr. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Tlr MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Tlr to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Tlr Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Tlr fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Tlr Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Tlr owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Tlr MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Tlr year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 62 | 90.3% | 2,378 | 4,215 | 5,490 |
| 1986 | 81 | 93.8% | 1,592 | 4,858 | 6,547 |
| 1984 | 64 | 89.1% | 925 | 1,624 | 3,594 |
| 1983 | 183 | 88.0% | 2,350 | 3,425 | 6,531 |
How Long Does a Honda Tlr Last?
Based on 274 Honda Tlr vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Tlr Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Tlr 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 Tlr
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.8% MOT pass rate from 81 tests
88.0% MOT pass rate from 183 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Tlr is 1986, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.8% across 81 tests. The 1983 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Tlr Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Tlr THIS CAR | 89.1% | 690 | 3,673 mi | 43 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 6 TS2 | 76.4% | 467 | 93,866 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Tlr outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda TlrShould you buy a used Honda Tlr?
The Honda Tlr has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.1% across 690 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 Tlr are tyre is unsuitable (3 recorded failures), horn not working (2), and reflector on motorcycle missing (2). 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 Tlr owner drives around 119 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 Tlr models stay on UK roads for around 43 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.