2010 Honda Stepwagon — MOT failures & pass rate
2,207 MOT tests on the 2010 Honda Stepwagon are in this dataset, and 86.0% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 25.0% of the time, so this is 11.0pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 11.9% of all tests — 6.8 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are rear fog lamp, headlamp aim and position lamp — rear fog lamp alone was recorded 110 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 20.6% versus 10.9%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 18.2% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 9.3% of tests failed in 2021 against 16.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 11.9% | 263 |
| 2 | Suspension | 5.2% | 114 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.8% | 62 |
| 4 | Tyres | 2.8% | 61 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.5% | 56 |
| 6 | Steering | 1.5% | 32 |
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 | 110 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 86 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 83 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 56 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 47 |
| 6 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 44 |
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 | 18.2% | 401 |
| 2 | Tyres | 16.9% | 373 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.9% | 263 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 9.9% | 218 |
| 5 | Other defects | 5.8% | 128 |
| 6 | Steering | 5.8% | 127 |
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 | 377 | 10.9% |
| 60-90k | 1,053 | 13.0% |
| 90-120k | 506 | 15.8% |
| 120-150k | 169 | 17.2% |
| 150k+ | 92 | 20.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 205 | 9.3% |
| 2022 | 343 | 9.9% |
| 2023 | 487 | 13.8% |
| 2024 | 568 | 15.1% |
| 2025 | 604 | 16.9% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Stepwagon
On a 2010 Stepwagon, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 11.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (11.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (5.2% 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.
- Brakes (2.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2010 Honda Stepwagons pass their MOT?
86.0% of the 2,207 2010 Honda Stepwagon MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 14.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Honda Stepwagon?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 11.9% of tests, followed by suspension (5.2%).
Does the 2010 Stepwagon get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.9% in the 30-60k band to 20.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,207 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.