Honda Vtr Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Vtr reliable? We analysed 2,106 real MOT tests across 205 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Vtr is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Vtr.
Honda Vtr Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Vtr. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Vtr MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Vtr to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Vtr Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Vtr fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Vtr Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Vtr owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Vtr MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Vtr year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 104 | 88.5% | 4,305 | 9,905 | 25,070 |
| 2002 | 139 | 87.1% | 9,158 | 11,217 | 16,351 |
| 2001 | 239 | 84.5% | 10,396 | 15,576 | 22,362 |
| 2000 | 162 | 86.4% | 17,612 | 30,060 | 41,732 |
| 1999 | 171 | 87.7% | 13,789 | 22,309 | 30,996 |
| 1998 | 567 | 82.4% | 17,813 | 27,521 | 41,280 |
| 1997 | 584 | 85.6% | 21,382 | 30,529 | 38,940 |
How Long Does a Honda Vtr Last?
Based on 205 Honda Vtr vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Vtr Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Vtr 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 Vtr
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.5% MOT pass rate from 104 tests
82.4% MOT pass rate from 567 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Vtr is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.5% across 104 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Vtr Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Vtr THIS CAR | 85.6% | 2,106 | 22,993 mi | 29 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 |
| Vespa (douglas) PX200 | 87.3% | 960 | 18,073 mi | 43 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Vtr outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda VtrShould you buy a used Honda Vtr?
The Honda Vtr has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.6% across 2,106 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 Vtr are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (23 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (16), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (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.
A typical Honda Vtr owner drives around 724 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 Vtr models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.