2007 Honda Stepwagon — MOT failures & pass rate
577 MOT tests on the 2007 Honda Stepwagon are in this dataset, and 81.1% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 27.1% of the time, so this is 8.2pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 14.6% of all tests — 7.3 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, rear fog lamp and headlamp aim — position lamp alone was recorded 38 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 31.6% versus 10.9%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 24.8% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 10.5% of tests failed in 2021 against 15.5% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.6% | 84 |
| 2 | Suspension | 7.3% | 42 |
| 3 | Visibility | 5.0% | 29 |
| 4 | Tyres | 4.5% | 26 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.8% | 22 |
| 6 | Brakes | 3.6% | 21 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 38 |
| 2 | Rear fog lamp | 35 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 30 |
| 4 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 23 |
| 5 | Washers | 17 |
| 6 | Wipers | 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 | 24.8% | 143 |
| 2 | Brakes | 22.7% | 131 |
| 3 | Tyres | 19.6% | 113 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 16.3% | 94 |
| 5 | Other defects | 10.6% | 61 |
| 6 | Steering | 9.0% | 52 |
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 | 64 | 10.9% |
| 60-90k | 215 | 15.3% |
| 90-120k | 143 | 18.9% |
| 120-150k | 70 | 18.6% |
| 150k+ | 76 | 31.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 76 | 10.5% |
| 2022 | 103 | 19.4% |
| 2023 | 112 | 19.6% |
| 2024 | 157 | 24.8% |
| 2025 | 129 | 15.5% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Stepwagon
On a 2007 Stepwagon, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (14.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (7.3% 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.
- Visibility (5.0% 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 2007 Honda Stepwagons pass their MOT?
81.1% of the 577 2007 Honda Stepwagon MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 18.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Honda Stepwagon?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.6% of tests, followed by suspension (7.3%).
Does the 2007 Stepwagon get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.9% in the 30-60k band to 31.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 577 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.