2017 Honda Elysion — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 293 MOT tests analysed for the 2017 Honda Elysion, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and visibility. Its pass rate of 81.6% was below the average for cars of a similar age (88.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 23.7% in the 150k+ group versus 17.5% in the 60-90k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.0% | 44 |
| 2 | Suspension | 5.5% | 16 |
| 3 | Visibility | 4.1% | 12 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.8% | 11 |
| 5 | Tyres | 3.8% | 11 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.4% | 7 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 19 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 15 |
| 3 | Stop lamp | 12 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 11 |
| 5 | Rear fog lamp | 10 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 8 |
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 | 30.4% | 89 |
| 2 | Tyres | 18.4% | 54 |
| 3 | Brakes | 16.0% | 47 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 15.7% | 46 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 11.9% | 35 |
| 6 | Other defects | 8.9% | 26 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 63 | 17.5% |
| 90-120k | 81 | 12.3% |
| 120-150k | 67 | 20.9% |
| 150k+ | 59 | 23.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 77 | 15.6% |
| 2022 | 73 | 20.5% |
| 2023 | 71 | 22.5% |
| 2024 | 40 | 17.5% |
| 2025 | 32 | 12.5% |
What to check before buying a 2017 Elysion
Before buying a 2017 Honda Elysion, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 15.0% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (15.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (5.5% 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.
- Visibility (4.1% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
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 2017 Honda Elysions pass their MOT?
81.6% of the 293 2017 Honda Elysion MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 18.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2017 Honda Elysion?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.0% of tests, followed by suspension (5.5%).
Does the 2017 Elysion get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.5% in the 60-90k band to 23.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 293 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.