Honda Civic Crx Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Civic Crx reliable? We analysed 37,654 real MOT tests across 3,940 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Civic Crx is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Civic Crx.
Honda Civic Crx Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Civic Crx. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Civic Crx MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Civic Crx to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Civic Crx Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Civic Crx fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Civic Crx Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Civic Crx owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Civic Crx MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Civic Crx year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 87 | 74.7% | 43,201 | 57,566 | 98,866 |
| 2007 | 144 | 74.3% | 94,194 | 125,586 | 156,222 |
| 2006 | 126 | 72.2% | 78,601 | 94,257 | 132,379 |
| 2005 | 70 | 58.6% | 68,896 | 75,628 | 95,558 |
| 2004 | 151 | 66.9% | 53,748 | 114,025 | 146,582 |
| 2003 | 179 | 66.5% | 69,045 | 95,007 | 129,790 |
| 2002 | 89 | 75.3% | 59,609 | 89,907 | 112,855 |
| 2001 | 120 | 63.3% | 101,067 | 130,291 | 178,947 |
| 2000 | 176 | 73.3% | 80,136 | 111,048 | 146,970 |
| 1999 | 268 | 64.9% | 82,099 | 122,254 | 162,076 |
| 1998 | 1,014 | 68.9% | 59,970 | 84,430 | 118,437 |
| 1997 | 3,411 | 73.2% | 63,102 | 85,340 | 108,561 |
| 1996 | 2,310 | 71.2% | 68,632 | 88,609 | 112,348 |
| 1995 | 2,624 | 69.0% | 74,240 | 94,848 | 114,354 |
| 1994 | 3,074 | 69.5% | 77,216 | 98,456 | 120,715 |
| 1993 | 7,447 | 66.3% | 81,668 | 104,019 | 126,235 |
| 1992 | 5,500 | 68.0% | 88,502 | 110,950 | 134,414 |
| 1991 | 2,524 | 66.6% | 106,621 | 130,677 | 156,432 |
| 1990 | 3,071 | 66.5% | 93,471 | 120,733 | 147,995 |
| 1989 | 3,162 | 63.8% | 92,047 | 120,025 | 144,482 |
How Long Does a Honda Civic Crx Last?
Based on 3,940 Honda Civic Crx vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Civic Crx Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Civic Crx MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Civic Crx
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.3% MOT pass rate from 111 tests
58.6% MOT pass rate from 70 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Civic Crx is 1985, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.3% across 111 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 58.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Civic Crx Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Civic Crx THIS CAR | 67.9% | 37,654 | 104,838 mi | 39 yrs |
| Honda Civic | 73.7% | 9,391,580 | 74,987 mi | 34 yrs |
| Honda Jazz | 81% | 5,740,892 | 48,635 mi | 24 yrs |
| Honda Cr-v | 78.5% | 4,177,643 | 80,499 mi | 29 yrs |
| Toyota Lite-ace | 66.8% | 18,358 | 124,393 mi | 40 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Civic Crx trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Honda Civic Crx has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.9% across 37,654 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Honda Civic Crx are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2,274 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (1,748), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (1,399). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Honda Civic Crx owner drives around 3,073 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Honda Civic Crx models stay on UK roads for around 39 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.