Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8?

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 2008 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8?

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 2008 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8?

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 2008 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 747 vehicles, the 2008 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 84.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2008 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8?

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 Nhx 110 Wh 8 (2008)

747 real MOT outcomes analysed • 84.2% first-time pass rate

2008 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8

CarHunch analysed 747 real MOT records for the 2008 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2008 Honda NHX 110 is notably less reliable than the UK average, with a first-time pass rate of just 68.1% against the national benchmark of 80%—a meaningful gap that suggests regular maintenance headaches ahead. Nearly one in six of these bikes (16.5%) have suffered a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine safety concern worth investigating on any used example you're considering.

At a median mileage of 14,103 miles, these machines are relatively lightly used for their age, yet still average 1.15 failures and 2.7 advisories per test—pointing to wear-related issues rather than hard riding. Before buying, have a trusted mechanic inspect the brakes, lights, and exhaust system closely, since those tend to be where the failures cluster on this model.

The 2008 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8 passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (84.2%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ 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

84.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

16.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.15

Over 6.7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

14k

Middle half: 8k–22k

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 2.7 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 747 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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Before you buy a 2008 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8

Based on MOT data from 747 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 16.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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%)	729	84.1%	1.17

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,461 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 31.8%

465

Silver 29.3%

428

Red 19.6%

287

White 19.2%

281

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8 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.

14,103

typical

8,439

low mileage

21,628

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8 vehicles fall between 8,439 and 21,628 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 8,439 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.

✓ 8,439–21,628 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8s sit.

⚠ Over 29,197 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 20% of 2008 Honda Nhx 110 Wh 8s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 83 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (20% 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

6.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.15

Avg failures per vehicle

2.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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