Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2004 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 2004 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 2004 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.

Is the 2004 Honda Integra reliable?

Based on MOT data from 213 vehicles, the 2004 Honda Integra has a first-time MOT pass rate of 84.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2004 Honda Integra?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2004 Honda Integra are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (22.5% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (20.7% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (18.2% 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 2004 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 (2004)

213 real MOT outcomes analysed • 84.1% first-time pass rate

2004 Honda Integra

CarHunch analysed 213 real MOT records for the 2004 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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The 2004 Honda Integra passes its MOT on first attempt 84% of the time, which is a solid 4 percentage points above the UK average, and only 13.6% have ever recorded a dangerous defect—well below the warning threshold. This petrol-only cohort demonstrates genuinely dependable fundamentals for a 20-year-old sports car.

These Integras are running at a median of 80,671 miles, which is reasonable for their age, yet they're still averaging 2.0 failures and 9.5 advisories per test—a sign that while they pass, they need regular attention to suspension, exhaust, and trim components. If you're considering one, budget for preventive maintenance on worn bushings and exhaust work rather than expecting a trouble-free buy.

We have limited data for the 2004 Honda Integra — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

84.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

13.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

Over 10.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

81k

Middle half: 59k–108k

For context

These stats describe 213 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 213 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 22.5%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

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

Brake wear 14.7%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded

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

Exhaust & emissions 9.8%

Exhaust noisy · Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive

Suspension & steering 8.4%

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement · Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play · Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

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

Other issues 7.2%

Oil leak, but not excessive

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2004.

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Before you buy a 2004 Honda Integra

Based on MOT data from 213 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 13.6% 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

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	208	84.2%	2.02

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 2004 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.

80,671

typical

59,456

low mileage

107,508

high mileage

Half of all 2004 Honda Integra vehicles fall between 59,456 and 107,508 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 59,456 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.

✓ 59,456–107,508 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2004 Honda Integras sit.

⚠ Over 145,135 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2004 Honda Integra — Still on the Road

Most 2004 Honda Integras are still being driven.

96 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 79% of the peak remain.

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

10.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

Avg failures per vehicle

9.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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