Honda Accord MOT Failure Rate — 0-2 Years Old

21.0%
MOT failure rate for 0-2-year-old Honda Accord vehicles
Based on 200 MOT tests
7.0pp below the UK average (28%)

Honda Accord in this age bracket has a 21.0% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: lamps & electrics and tyres.

Component Risk Breakdown (0-2 Years)

Which parts of a 0-2-year-old Honda Accord are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 9.2%
Tyres 2.5%
Suspension 1.7%
Brakes 1.2%
Visibility 1.1%
Body & Chassis 0.6%
Steering 0.1%

How Does This Compare?

Honda Accord MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 21.0% 200 Lamps & Electrics
3-5 years 13.2% 327 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 22.1% 10,295 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 34.2% 56,267 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 43.2% 68,748 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 0-2 year old Honda Accord reliable?

0-2-year-old Honda Accord vehicles have a 21.0% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 0-2 year old Honda Accord?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 9.2% failure risk
  • Tyres — 2.5% failure risk
  • Suspension — 1.7% failure risk

How can I prepare my Honda Accord for its MOT?

For a 0-2-year-old Honda Accord, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 0-2-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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