HONDA PRELUDE (1993)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 97 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
74%
Total Tests (2024)
97
Avg Mileage
98,396 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,397
Is the 1993 HONDA PRELUDE reliable?
Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 8 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the HONDA brand average of 84%.
At 31 years old, 74% of HONDA PRELUDEs from 1993 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 97 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 98,396 miles.
How does the 1993 HONDA PRELUDE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1993 HONDA PRELUDE has 98,396 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 229,400 miles for a 31-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
Best year to buy a HONDA PRELUDE?
The most reliable year is the 1992 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 1995 model has the lowest at 62%. The 1993 sits between the two at 74%.
How much does a 1993 HONDA PRELUDE cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
HONDA PRELUDE by Year
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About the 1993 HONDA PRELUDE
The 1993 HONDA PRELUDE is a large car with a 2259cc petrol engine. 97 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 1993, the average MOT pass rate is 76%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 98,396 miles at 31 years old, HONDA PRELUDE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
1993 HONDA PRELUDE Fuel Costs
The 2259cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1993 HONDA PRELUDE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,397 (£200/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 74% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
HONDA PRELUDE Reliability Trend
Older HONDA PRELUDEs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 10 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 1993 HONDA PRELUDE
At 31 years old, the HONDA PRELUDE is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 1992 model has the highest pass rate at 93%. Note: with only 97 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1993 HONDA PRELUDE
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (1991) 80% pass rate (+6%) from 5,191 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER (1994) 69% pass rate (-5%) from 3,632 tests
- PEUGEOT BOXER (1995) 68% pass rate (-6%) from 2,767 tests
- MAZDA MX-5 (1995) 74% pass rate (same) from 2,206 tests