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%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (1) | 1 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | too few tests (4) | 4 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | too few tests (4) | 4 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | too few tests (4) | 4 | no reading |
| 15+ years | 72.8% | 2,431 | 108,158 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".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 61.9% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Brakes | 54.5% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 54.1% | Not working |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 37.3% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Body, chassis, structure | 26.9% | Corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced |
| Steering | 23.8% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Visibility | 21.1% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Tyres | 13.6% | Has ply or cords exposed |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 7.5% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.2% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related Honda models
- Honda Civic SR Vtec — 95.0% pass rate
- Honda Integra — 89.6% pass rate
- Honda E — 92.6% pass rate
- Honda Odyssey — 85.7% pass rate
- Honda Civic Ex Vtec — 96.8% pass rate
- Honda Freed — 93.1% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Prelude?
- 72.7% of Honda Prelude MOT tests pass, based on 2,444 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures 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".
- Does this show the Honda Prelude'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.