Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Honda Nsc?

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 2016 Honda Nsc?

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 2016 Honda Nsc?

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 2016 Honda Nsc vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

34% 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 2016 Honda Nsc reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,633 vehicles, the 2016 Honda Nsc has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Honda Nsc?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Honda Nsc are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (24.9% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (24.2% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (22.9% 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 2016 Honda Nsc?

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 Nsc (2016)

1,633 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83.2% first-time pass rate

2016 Honda Nsc

CarHunch analysed 1,633 real MOT records for the 2016 Honda Nsc. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Honda NSC passes its MOT first time 83.2% of the time, slightly ahead of the UK average of 80%, suggesting decent baseline reliability—however, the dangerous defect rate of 33.7% is a serious concern and well above acceptable levels, indicating structural or safety issues have affected about one in three vehicles in this cohort. With median mileage sitting at just 21,400 miles for an eight-year-old vehicle, these are relatively low-use cars, yet they still average 1.07 failures and 2.9 advisories per test, pointing to age-related wear rather than high-mileage abuse.

Before purchasing, get a pre-buy inspection that specifically flags any history of dangerous defects in the service records, and budget for preventative work around common wear items since the advisory rate suggests accumulated minor issues are normal for this age group.

The 2016 Honda Nsc has a decent first-time pass rate (83.2%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ 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

83.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

33.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.07

Over 5.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

21k

Middle half: 11k–33k

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 2.9 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 1,633 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 1,633 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 24.9%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear 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.

Brake wear 24.2%

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

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

Other issues 16.3%

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Suspension & steering 14.1%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy · Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · 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.

Lighting 9%

Headlamp aim too high · Rear Stop lamp not working

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Honda Nsc

Based on MOT data from 1,633 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 33.7% 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 10,137 Honda Nsc vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 29.9%

3,029

Black 28.2%

2,859

Red 19.4%

1,970

Grey 16.7%

1,691

Silver 2.6%

260

Orange 2.4%

248

Blue 0.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Honda Nsc 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.

21,400

typical

11,005

low mileage

32,906

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Honda Nsc vehicles fall between 11,005 and 32,906 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 11,005 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.

✓ 11,005–32,906 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Honda Nscs sit.

⚠ Over 44,423 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Honda Nsc — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 43% of 2016 Honda Nscs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 568 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (43% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
* 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

5.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.07

Avg failures per vehicle

2.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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