Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Honda Nc?

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 2018 Honda Nc?

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 2018 Honda Nc?

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 2018 Honda Nc reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,178 vehicles, the 2018 Honda Nc has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Honda Nc?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Honda Nc are: Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (35% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (22.8% of vehicles), COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION (20.9% 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 2018 Honda Nc?

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.

CarHunch

Get Started

Honda Nc (2018)

1,178 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.9% first-time pass rate

2018 Honda Nc

CarHunch analysed 1,178 real MOT records for the 2018 Honda Nc. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
Which year to buy? →

On this page

AI Analysis Reliability Overview Common Issues Check a Specific Reg Buyer's Checklist Mileage Distribution Still on the Road MOT Averages Colour Breakdown Compare Models

The 2018 Honda NC is a solid performer, with an 87.6% first-time pass rate that comfortably beats the UK average of 80%—and the 13.5% rate of dangerous defects is low enough that it shouldn't be a buyer concern. This is a genuinely reliable cohort.

The median mileage of just 11,197 miles is notably low for a six-year-old vehicle, suggesting these are either lightly used or well-maintained examples. With an average of only 0.39 failures per vehicle and 1.7 advisories, most issues are minor wear items rather than structural problems—so when you're inspecting one, focus your pre-purchase check on routine maintenance history rather than expecting hidden nasties.

The 2018 Honda Nc passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (92.9% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ 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

92.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

13.5%

At least once in MOT history

Check this vehicle

Avg failures / car

0.39

Over 4.5 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

11k

Middle half: 6k–18k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92.9% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.7 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 1,178 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.

A solid choice — agree?

What tends to go wrong

Across 1,178 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 35%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

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

Other issues 20.9%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Drive chain worn but not considered excessive

Brake wear 20.7%

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · …

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

Lighting 17.2%

Drive chain slightly loose

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Exhaust & emissions 7.3%

Exhaust noisy

Suspension & steering 6.8%

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Rear Wheel bearing has slight play · Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · …

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018.

See this vehicle's full MOT history & AI hunches

Spot recurring advisories, hidden issues, and how it compares to 1,178 Honda Nc cars.

Before you buy a 2018 Honda Nc

Based on MOT data from 1,178 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 13.5% 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 7,699 Honda Nc vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 36.3%

2,798

Red 27.7%

2,131

Blue 14.9%

1,145

White 12.3%

947

Silver 8.2%

628

Orange 0.2%

Multi-colour 0.2%

Grey 0.1%

Green 0.1%

Yellow 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Honda Nc 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.

11,197

typical

6,253

low mileage

17,934

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Honda Nc vehicles fall between 6,253 and 17,934 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 6,253 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.

✓ 6,253–17,934 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Honda Ncs sit.

⚠ Over 24,210 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Honda Nc — Still on the Road

Most 2018 Honda Ncs are still being driven.

Strong survival — 851 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 84% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

4.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.39

Avg failures per vehicle

1.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

Other model years — Honda Nc: All Nc years → Which year to buy? →

2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2019 2020

Or browse all models: Honda →

Compare with another model

See how the 2018 Honda Nc stacks up against a rival.

A solid choice — agree?