2007 Honda Elysion — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2007 Honda Elysion passed 83.1% of its 598 recorded MOT tests. Against all cars of a similar age (27.1% fail rate), the 2007 Elysion comes out 10.2pp better. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.5% of tests against 4.3% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are rear fog lamp, position lamp and brake pads — rear fog lamp alone was recorded 46 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 17.5% in the 30-60k band and 22.0% in the 120-150k band, a 4.5-point spread.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 21.2% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 12.9% of tests failed in 2021 against 15.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.5% | 87 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.3% | 26 |
| 3 | Tyres | 3.5% | 21 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.3% | 20 |
| 5 | Brakes | 3.2% | 19 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.8% | 11 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rear fog lamp | 46 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 24 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 21 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 18 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 17 |
| 6 | Washers | 15 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 21.2% | 127 |
| 2 | Tyres | 16.7% | 100 |
| 3 | Brakes | 12.9% | 77 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 11.4% | 68 |
| 5 | Other defects | 6.0% | 36 |
| 6 | Steering | 4.9% | 29 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 114 | 17.5% |
| 60-90k | 254 | 15.3% |
| 90-120k | 139 | 18.0% |
| 120-150k | 59 | 22.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 85 | 12.9% |
| 2022 | 113 | 15.9% |
| 2023 | 108 | 16.7% |
| 2024 | 147 | 21.1% |
| 2025 | 145 | 15.9% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Elysion
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 14.5% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (14.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (4.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Tyres (3.5% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2007 Honda Elysions pass their MOT?
83.1% of the 598 2007 Honda Elysion MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 16.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Honda Elysion?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.5% of tests, followed by suspension (4.3%).
Does the 2007 Elysion get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.5% in the 30-60k band to 22.0% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 598 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.