2002 Honda Stream — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,539 MOT tests, the 2002 Honda Stream recorded a 69.8% pass rate. That is effectively the same as MPVs of a similar age (29.8% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (18.2%) and suspension (15.5%) 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 181 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 25.4% in the 30-60k band and 35.4% in the 150k+ band, a 10.0-point spread.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 48.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 29.6% of tests failed in 2021 against 31.7% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 18.2% | 280 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.5% | 238 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.7% | 134 |
| 4 | Brakes | 7.9% | 121 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 7.6% | 117 |
| 6 | Visibility | 7.0% | 108 |
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 | 181 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 127 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 117 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 111 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 81 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 73 |
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 | 48.9% | 752 |
| 2 | Brakes | 33.1% | 509 |
| 3 | Tyres | 28.7% | 442 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 27.0% | 416 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 16.5% | 254 |
| 6 | Other defects | 14.5% | 224 |
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 | 59 | 25.4% |
| 60-90k | 261 | 21.8% |
| 90-120k | 458 | 30.1% |
| 120-150k | 417 | 31.9% |
| 150k+ | 336 | 35.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 476 | 29.6% |
| 2022 | 364 | 31.0% |
| 2023 | 290 | 28.6% |
| 2024 | 226 | 31.0% |
| 2025 | 183 | 31.7% |
What to check before buying a 2002 Stream
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 18.2% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (18.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.5% 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 (8.7% 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 2002 Honda Streams pass their MOT?
69.8% of the 1,539 2002 Honda Stream MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2002 Honda Stream?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 18.2% of tests, followed by suspension (15.5%).
Does the 2002 Stream get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 25.4% in the 30-60k band to 35.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,539 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.