Honda Crm Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Crm reliable? We analysed 2,372 real MOT tests across 289 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Crm is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, reflector on motorcycle missing and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Crm.
Honda Crm Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Crm. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Crm MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Crm to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Crm Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Crm fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Crm Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Crm owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Crm MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Crm year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 89 | 84.3% | 8,922 | 15,606 | 17,968 |
| 2004 | 126 | 82.5% | 9,112 | 13,788 | 22,048 |
| 2003 | 98 | 81.6% | 12,740 | 17,516 | 22,169 |
| 2002 | 71 | 88.7% | 10,974 | 15,125 | 18,856 |
| 2001 | 138 | 79.7% | 14,507 | 17,975 | 25,859 |
| 2000 | 255 | 86.7% | 11,518 | 17,686 | 24,400 |
| 1999 | 451 | 87.4% | 9,885 | 14,586 | 18,965 |
| 1998 | 372 | 81.5% | 10,562 | 15,792 | 21,592 |
| 1997 | 213 | 82.2% | 11,340 | 22,622 | 31,581 |
| 1996 | 76 | 81.6% | 12,424 | 14,730 | 20,454 |
| 1995 | 70 | 85.7% | 9,588 | 15,412 | 34,421 |
| 1993 | 102 | 86.3% | 9,837 | 15,474 | 19,605 |
| 1992 | 116 | 81.0% | 13,459 | 16,104 | 21,418 |
How Long Does a Honda Crm Last?
Based on 289 Honda Crm vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Crm Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Crm 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 Crm
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.7% MOT pass rate from 71 tests
79.7% MOT pass rate from 138 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Crm is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.7% across 71 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Crm Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Crm THIS CAR | 83.7% | 2,372 | 15,792 mi | 34 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 |
| Citroen C4 Vtr+ HDI 91 | 85.5% | 2,686 | 93,501 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Crm outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda CrmShould you buy a used Honda Crm?
The Honda Crm has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.7% across 2,372 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 Crm are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (43 recorded failures), reflector on motorcycle missing (34), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (32). 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 Crm owner drives around 357 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 Crm models stay on UK roads for around 34 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.