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HONDA TRX (2002)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 36 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

33%

Total Tests (2024)

36

Avg Mileage

7,604 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,740

Is the 2002 HONDA TRX reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 49 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the HONDA brand average of 84%.

At 22 years old, 33% of HONDA TRXs from 2002 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 36 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 7,604 miles.

How does the 2002 HONDA TRX compare?

Rank among all 2002 cars403th out of 403(top 100%)
Rank among all HONDA models422th out of 422(top 100%)
vs national average-49% (82% avg)
vs 2002 cars average-40% (73% avg)
vs HONDA average-51% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2002 HONDA TRX has 7,604 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 162,800 miles for a 22-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

How much does a 2002 HONDA TRX cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 450cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£1,740
Per month£145/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

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About the 2002 HONDA TRX

The 2002 HONDA TRX is a city car with a 450cc petrol engine. 36 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 100% of 2002 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 7,604 miles at 22 years old, HONDA TRX 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.

2002 HONDA TRX Fuel Costs

The modest 450cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2002 HONDA TRX?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,740 (£145/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 33% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

Buying a Used 2002 HONDA TRX

At 22 years old, the HONDA TRX 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 36 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2002 HONDA TRX

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: