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HONDA PRELUDE MOT Pass Rate

72.7% of 2,444 HONDA PRELUDE MOT tests pass.

The PRELUDE passes 72.7% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all HONDA models (79.4%).

The HONDA PRELUDE passes 72.7% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).

Pass rate by vehicle age

Pass rate by vehicle age band0–3 yearsn/a3–6 yearsn/a6–10 yearsn/a10–15 yearsn/a15+ years72.8%
HONDA PRELUDE pass rate and average mileage by vehicle age band
Vehicle agePass rateTestsAverage mileage
0–3 yearstoo few tests (1)1no reading
3–6 yearstoo few tests (4)4no reading
6–10 yearstoo few tests (4)4no reading
10–15 yearstoo few tests (4)4no reading
15+ years72.8%2,431108,158 miles

Common MOT failure reasons for the HONDA PRELUDE

The most common reason the HONDA PRELUDE fails its MOT is suspension — present in 61.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength".

Top MOT failure categories for the HONDA PRELUDE
CategoryShare of failed testsExample
Suspension61.9%Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength
Brakes54.5%Efficiency below requirements
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment54.1%Not working
Noise, emissions and leaks37.3%Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits
Body, chassis, structure26.9%Corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced
Steering23.8%Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt
Visibility21.1%Does not clear the windscreen effectively
Tyres13.6%Has ply or cords exposed
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems7.5%Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced
Identification of the vehicle1.2%Does not conform to the specified requirements

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