2003 Honda Integra — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 292 MOT tests, the 2003 Honda Integra recorded an 89.0% pass rate. Against all cars of a similar age (27.5% fail rate), the 2003 Integra comes out 16.6pp better. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and emissions & environmental.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 7.9% of all tests — 4.5 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp, headlamp aim and prescribed areas — headlamp alone was recorded 15 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 13.3% of 60-90k cars fail, rising to 19.4% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 15.8% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 13.0% in 2021 to 10.7% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 7.9% | 23 |
| 2 | Suspension | 3.4% | 10 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 2.7% | 8 |
| 4 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.7% | 5 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.4% | 4 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.4% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp | 15 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 13 |
| 3 | Prescribed areas | 10 |
| 4 | Catalyst emissions | 9 |
| 5 | Rear fog lamp | 8 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 7 |
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 | 15.8% | 46 |
| 2 | Tyres | 11.6% | 34 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.3% | 33 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 8.9% | 26 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.2% | 18 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 4.8% | 14 |
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 | 90 | 13.3% |
| 90-120k | 95 | 9.5% |
| 120-150k | 69 | 7.2% |
| 150k+ | 31 | 19.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 46 | 13.0% |
| 2022 | 48 | 8.3% |
| 2023 | 42 | 14.3% |
| 2024 | 81 | 9.9% |
| 2025 | 75 | 10.7% |
What to check before buying a 2003 Integra
On a 2003 Integra, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 7.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (7.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (3.4% 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 (2.7% 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 2003 Honda Integras pass their MOT?
89.0% of the 292 2003 Honda Integra MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2003 Honda Integra?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 7.9% of tests, followed by suspension (3.4%).
Does the 2003 Integra get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.3% in the 60-90k band to 19.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 292 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.