Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2000 Honda Integra?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2000 Honda Integra?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2000 Honda Integra?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2000 Honda Integra vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

22% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2000 Honda Integra reliable?

Based on MOT data from 421 vehicles, the 2000 Honda Integra has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2000 Honda Integra?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2000 Honda Integra are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (54.9% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (50.8% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (45.1% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2000 Honda Integra?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Honda Integra (2000)

421 real MOT outcomes analysed • 78.1% first-time pass rate

2000 Honda Integra

CarHunch analysed 421 real MOT records for the 2000 Honda Integra. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 421 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2000 Honda Integra sits slightly below the UK average with a 78.1% first-time pass rate, and one in five of these cars have suffered a dangerous defect at some point—a red flag that demands a thorough pre-purchase inspection. This is a 24-year-old car, so the median mileage of 84,331 is reasonable, but expect an average of nearly three failures per test and around 15 advisories, suggesting age-related wear is catching up.

The Integra's weaker reliability picture reflects decades of accumulated stress rather than fundamental design flaws—these are enthusiast cars that often see spirited driving. Before buying, insist on a full service history and have a trusted mechanic inspect the suspension, exhaust, and electrical systems, which typically dominate the advisory list for this generation.

The 2000 Honda Integra passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (78.1%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

78.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

21.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.92

Over 12.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

84k

Middle half: 69k–103k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 14.9 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 421 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 421 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 54.9%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Suspension & steering 45.1%

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement · Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Exhaust & emissions 33.9%

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive · Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits · Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive

Brake wear 28.8%

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements · Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded · Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 19.4%

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' · Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A'

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2000.

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Before you buy a 2000 Honda Integra

Based on MOT data from 421 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 21.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 5,451 Honda Integra vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 53.3%

2,907

Black 12.9%

704

Red 10.9%

594

Blue 10.3%

564

Silver 7.8%

424

Green 2.6%

141

Yellow 1%

Grey 0.8%

Beige 0.2%

Purple 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2000 Honda Integra vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

84,331

typical

68,554

low mileage

103,148

high mileage

Half of all 2000 Honda Integra vehicles fall between 68,554 and 103,148 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 68,554 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 68,554–103,148 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2000 Honda Integras sit.

⚠ Over 139,249 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2000 Honda Integra — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 49% of 2000 Honda Integras are still active.

Numbers are declining — 98 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (49% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

12.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.92

Avg failures per vehicle

14.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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