2001 Honda Stream — MOT failures & pass rate
1,062 MOT tests on the 2001 Honda Stream are in this dataset, and 68.6% of them passed. Against MPVs of a similar age (29.6% fail rate), the 2001 Stream comes out 1.7pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (19.9%) and suspension (17.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, headlamp aim and headlamp — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 139 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2001 Stream fails 30.7% of the time in the 30-60k band and 31.7% at 150k+, a spread of only 1.1 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 46.2% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.9% | 211 |
| 2 | Suspension | 17.0% | 180 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.5% | 90 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 8.5% | 90 |
| 5 | Brakes | 8.0% | 85 |
| 6 | Visibility | 6.3% | 67 |
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 | 139 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 90 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 81 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 73 |
| 5 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 63 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 59 |
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 | 46.2% | 491 |
| 2 | Brakes | 31.0% | 329 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.8% | 295 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 27.2% | 289 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 19.3% | 205 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 18.2% | 193 |
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 | 75 | 30.7% |
| 60-90k | 130 | 28.5% |
| 90-120k | 286 | 27.3% |
| 120-150k | 318 | 35.9% |
| 150k+ | 249 | 31.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 331 | 30.2% |
| 2022 | 242 | 29.3% |
| 2023 | 191 | 35.1% |
| 2024 | 163 | 33.7% |
| 2025 | 135 | 29.6% |
What to check before buying a 2001 Stream
On a 2001 Stream, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 19.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (19.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (17.0% 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.
- Body, structure & corrosion (8.5% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
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 2001 Honda Streams pass their MOT?
68.6% of the 1,062 2001 Honda Stream MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2001 Honda Stream?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.9% of tests, followed by suspension (17.0%).
Does the 2001 Stream get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 30.7% in the 30-60k band to 31.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,062 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.