Honda Integra MOT pass rate and common problems
89.6% of 2,769 Honda Integra MOT tests pass.
The Integra passes its MOT 89.6% of the time — well above the average across all Honda models, which sits at 79.4%.
The Honda Integra passes its MOT 89.6% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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This is the average across every Honda Integra in the dataset. Look up your own registration for its actual MOT history, and a free place to keep its maintenance records.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 90.0% at 3–6 years versus 89.4% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (5) | 5 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 90.0% | 100 | 93,355 miles |
| 6–10 years | 90.8% | 382 | 102,805 miles |
| 10–15 years | 89.1% | 183 | 112,025 miles |
| 15+ years | 89.4% | 2,099 | 106,781 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Honda Integra
The most common reason the Honda Integra fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 66.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 66.6% | Not working |
| Brakes | 46.7% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 39.0% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Suspension | 33.7% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Body, chassis, structure | 19.1% | Or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting |
| Tyres | 10.3% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 9.5% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Steering | 6.6% | Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 4.8% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Identification of the vehicle | 3.4% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Buying a used Honda Integra: what to check
These checks follow the Honda Integra’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 100.0% down to 89.4%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 66.6% of failed Honda Integra MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
2. Brakes
Recorded in 46.7% of failed Honda Integra MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 7.2% of tests at 15+ years failed on brakes.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
3. Exhaust, emissions and leaks
Recorded in 39.0% of failed Honda Integra MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 9.8% of tests at 10–15 years failed on exhaust, emissions and leaks.
Look under the car for fresh oil or coolant, and listen for blows or rattles from the exhaust. Watch for smoke from the tailpipe when the engine starts and when you accelerate.
4. Suspension
Recorded in 33.7% of failed Honda Integra MOTs.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
5. Bodywork and corrosion
Recorded in 19.1% of failed Honda Integra MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 3.0% of tests at 15+ years failed on bodywork and corrosion.
Look underneath and along the sills for corrosion, especially near suspension and seat-belt mountings. Uneven panel gaps or mismatched paint can indicate accident repair.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Honda service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Honda models
- Honda CR-Z — 81.2% pass rate
- Honda Civic Sport Vtec — 95.6% pass rate
- Honda Civic SR Vtec — 95.0% pass rate
- Honda E — 92.6% pass rate
- Honda Prelude — 72.7% pass rate
- Honda Odyssey — 85.7% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Integra?
- 89.6% of Honda Integra MOT tests pass, based on 2,769 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Honda Integra?
- The most common reason the Honda Integra fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 66.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- What are the common problems with the Honda Integra?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Honda Integra are lights and electrics; brakes; exhaust, emissions and leaks.
- What should I check when buying a used Honda Integra?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: lights and electrics; brakes; exhaust, emissions and leaks; suspension; bodywork and corrosion. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Honda Integra's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Honda service history guide for how to check and keep one.