Honda TLR200 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda TLR200 reliable? We analysed 441 real MOT tests across 121 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda TLR200 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda TLR200.
Honda TLR200 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda TLR200. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda TLR200 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda TLR200 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda TLR200 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda TLR200 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda TLR200 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda TLR200 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda TLR200 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda TLR200 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | 69 | 88.4% | 2,033 | 3,129 | 5,155 |
How Long Does a Honda TLR200 Last?
Based on 121 Honda TLR200 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda TLR200 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda TLR200 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 TLR200
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.4% MOT pass rate from 69 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda TLR200 is 1983, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.4% across 69 tests.
How Does the Honda TLR200 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda TLR200 THIS CAR | 91.6% | 441 | 4,348 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 |
| Audi A6 SE Executive TDI Ultra | 90.1% | 394 | 69,396 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda TLR200 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda TLR200Should you buy a used Honda TLR200?
The Honda TLR200 has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.6% across 441 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 TLR200 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (5 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (4), and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (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 TLR200 owner drives around 126 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 TLR200 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.