HONDA PRELUDE (1995)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 94 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
62%
Total Tests (2024)
94
Avg Mileage
114,542 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 1995 HONDA PRELUDE reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 20 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the HONDA brand average of 84%.
At 29 years old, 62% of HONDA PRELUDEs from 1995 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 94 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 114,542 miles.
How does the 1995 HONDA PRELUDE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1995 HONDA PRELUDE has 114,542 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 214,600 miles for a 29-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
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%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.
How much does a 1995 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 1995 HONDA PRELUDE
The 1995 HONDA PRELUDE is a family car with a 2157cc petrol engine. 94 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 93% of 1995 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 114,542 miles at 29 years old, HONDA PRELUDE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
1995 HONDA PRELUDE Fuel Costs
The 2157cc 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 1995 HONDA PRELUDE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 62% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
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 1995 HONDA PRELUDE
At 29 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. Note: with only 94 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1995 HONDA PRELUDE
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER (1996) 67% pass rate (+5%) from 8,643 tests
- MAZDA MX-5 (1997) 76% pass rate (+14%) from 5,880 tests
- BMW Z3 (1997) 75% pass rate (+13%) from 5,268 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (1997) 79% pass rate (+17%) from 4,853 tests