How reliable is the Honda Accord?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Honda Accord passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. The most commonly reported issues are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Average reliability
Based on 8,221 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 67.4%.
Honda Accord reliability by year
How the Honda Accord performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 84% | – |
| 1991 | 72% | – |
| 1993 | 88.8% | – |
| 1994 | 85.3% | – |
| 1995 | 88.1% | – |
| 1996 | 86% | – |
| 1997 | 85.9% | – |
| 1998 | 65.7% | – |
| 1999 | 66.6% | – |
| 2000 | 59.8% | – |
| 2001 | 62.1% | – |
| 2002 | 59.6% | – |
| 2003 | 64% | – |
| 2004 | 65.2% | – |
| 2005 | 66.7% | – |
| 2006 | 66.4% | – |
| 2007 | 67.4% | – |
| 2008 | 71.4% | – |
| 2009 | 74.2% | – |
| 2010 | 77.7% | – |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Honda Accord as a model. The reliability of any individual Honda Accord also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Honda Accord reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Honda Accord passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 67%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Honda Accord?
The most common owner-reported issues are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (5.1% of inspections); A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.7% of inspections); A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (2.8% of inspections); Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.9% of inspections); The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (1.9% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Honda Accord?
For a typical Honda Accord, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, – at 5 years, and – at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Honda Accord before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.