Honda Stream MOT pass rate & common failures
Across 21 model years and 5,695 tests, the Honda Stream passes its MOT 72.1% of the time. MPVs of a similar age fail at 28.0%, so the Stream sits squarely on the average. Its most common failure areas are lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.6% of tests against 13.2% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, headlamp and headlamp aim — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 479 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 17.5% in the 0-30k band and 34.1% in the 150k+ band, a 16.6-point spread.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 40.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 29.2% in 2021 to 27.1% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
By model year
Every Stream model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 1,062 | 68.6% | 31.4% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2002 | 1,539 | 69.8% | 30.2% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2003 | 721 | 70.0% | 30.0% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2004 | 824 | 69.7% | 30.3% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2005 | 235 | 71.9% | 28.1% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2006 | 69 | 79.7% | 20.3% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2007 | 133 | 79.7% | 20.3% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2008 | 121 | 81.0% | 19.0% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2009 | 136 | 78.7% | 21.3% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2010 | 167 | 80.8% | 19.2% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2011 | 92 | 88.0% | 12.0% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2013 | 67 | 71.6% | 28.4% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2014 | 81 | 80.3% | 19.8% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2015 | 36 | 80.6% | 19.4% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2016 | 71 | 73.2% | 26.8% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2017 | 98 | 76.5% | 23.5% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2018 | 54 | 79.6% | 20.4% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2019 | 109 | 84.4% | 15.6% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2021 | 35 | 77.1% | 22.9% | Lighting & signalling |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.6% | 1,114 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.2% | 752 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.7% | 438 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.7% | 382 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 6.7% | 382 |
| 6 | Visibility | 6.7% | 380 |
| 7 | Tyres | 5.7% | 322 |
| 8 | Seat belts & restraints | 3.2% | 182 |
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 | 479 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 464 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 452 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 389 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 321 |
| 6 | Wipers | 240 |
| 7 | Tread depth | 226 |
| 8 | Brake pads | 225 |
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 | 40.9% | 2,331 |
| 2 | Brakes | 28.4% | 1,616 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.4% | 1,558 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 25.0% | 1,422 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.3% | 869 |
| 6 | Other defects | 14.3% | 816 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 40 | 17.5% |
| 30-60k | 470 | 19.8% |
| 60-90k | 998 | 21.1% |
| 90-120k | 1,652 | 26.6% |
| 120-150k | 1,455 | 32.4% |
| 150k+ | 1,069 | 34.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,614 | 29.2% |
| 2022 | 1,296 | 27.0% |
| 2023 | 1,083 | 28.0% |
| 2024 | 924 | 27.7% |
| 2025 | 778 | 27.1% |
What to check before buying a Honda Stream
- Lighting & signalling (19.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.2% 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 (7.7% 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
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Stream?
72.1% of the 5,695 Honda Stream MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 27.9% fail rate, across model years 2001–2021.
What does the Honda Stream most often fail its MOT on?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.6% of tests, then suspension (13.2%).
How much does mileage affect Stream MOT results?
Fail rates run at 17.5% for cars in the 0-30k band and 34.1% for 150k+, a 16.6-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,695 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.