Honda Cr-z Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Honda Cr-z car check
Is the Honda Cr-z reliable? We analysed 56,981 real MOT tests across 4,266 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Cr-z is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cr-z.
Honda Cr-z Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Cr-z. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Cr-z MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Cr-z to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Cr-z Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Cr-z fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Cr-z Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Cr-z models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda Cr-z Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Cr-z owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Cr-z MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Cr-z year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 221 | 92.8% | 21,001 | 33,210 | 49,082 |
| 2014 | 1,776 | 88.5% | 24,200 | 40,610 | 63,136 |
| 2013 | 3,627 | 86.8% | 29,490 | 48,067 | 72,128 |
| 2012 | 8,494 | 84.8% | 34,781 | 55,018 | 80,168 |
| 2011 | 21,399 | 84.0% | 39,540 | 62,407 | 88,873 |
| 2010 | 21,124 | 83.7% | 40,992 | 65,194 | 93,457 |
How Long Does a Honda Cr-z Last?
Based on 4,266 Honda Cr-z vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Cr-z Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Cr-z 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 Cr-z
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.8% MOT pass rate from 221 tests
83.7% MOT pass rate from 21,124 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Cr-z is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.8% across 221 tests. The 2010 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Cr-z Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Cr-z THIS CAR | 84.3% | 56,981 | 60,622 mi | 16 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 |
| Seat Inca | 64% | 79,781 | 102,918 mi | 30 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Cr-z outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda Cr-zShould you buy a used Honda Cr-z?
The Honda Cr-z has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.3% across 56,981 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Honda Cr-z are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (441 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (395), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (258). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda Cr-z with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Honda Cr-z owner drives around 5,727 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 Cr-z models stay on UK roads for around 16 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.