2005 Honda Hr-V — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,281 MOT tests analysed for the 2005 Honda Hr-V, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and emissions & environmental. Its pass rate of 72.6% was above the average for small SUVs of a similar age (71.0%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 37.8% in the 150k+ group versus 17.1% in the 30-60k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.0% | 218 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.3% | 158 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 9.5% | 122 |
| 4 | Brakes | 8.0% | 103 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.4% | 95 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.0% | 77 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 126 |
| 2 | Catalyst emissions | 117 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 110 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 80 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 76 |
| 6 | Wipers | 68 |
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 | 33.1% | 424 |
| 2 | Brakes | 27.1% | 347 |
| 3 | Tyres | 24.8% | 318 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 19.3% | 247 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 16.9% | 216 |
| 6 | Other defects | 15.7% | 201 |
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 | 129 | 17.1% |
| 60-90k | 384 | 25.3% |
| 90-120k | 430 | 28.6% |
| 120-150k | 235 | 30.6% |
| 150k+ | 90 | 37.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 359 | 27.3% |
| 2022 | 299 | 27.4% |
| 2023 | 260 | 25.8% |
| 2024 | 203 | 29.6% |
| 2025 | 160 | 27.5% |
What to check before buying a 2005 Hr-V
Before buying a 2005 Honda Hr-V, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 17.0% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (17.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (12.3% 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.
- Emissions & environmental (9.5% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
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 2005 Honda Hr-Vs pass their MOT?
72.6% of the 1,281 2005 Honda Hr-V MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 Honda Hr-V?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.0% of tests, followed by suspension (12.3%).
Does the 2005 Hr-V get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.1% in the 30-60k band to 37.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,281 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.