Honda Crx Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Crx reliable? We analysed 36,463 real MOT tests across 4,074 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Crx is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, constant velocity joint gaiter split and suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Crx.
Honda Crx Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Crx. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Crx MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Crx to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Crx Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Crx fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Crx Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Crx owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Crx MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Crx year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 109 | 71.6% | 53,753 | 78,904 | 116,054 |
| 2008 | 116 | 75.9% | 69,210 | 91,960 | 122,663 |
| 2007 | 498 | 72.1% | 61,535 | 86,026 | 109,657 |
| 2006 | 555 | 66.7% | 74,925 | 97,849 | 125,966 |
| 2005 | 847 | 67.7% | 81,074 | 107,823 | 129,249 |
| 2004 | 1,043 | 65.5% | 80,632 | 108,430 | 137,744 |
| 2003 | 1,075 | 67.7% | 83,570 | 107,646 | 141,228 |
| 2002 | 1,380 | 66.0% | 84,529 | 114,101 | 139,580 |
| 2001 | 985 | 66.6% | 90,562 | 115,460 | 144,066 |
| 2000 | 1,732 | 64.5% | 89,190 | 114,294 | 151,765 |
| 1999 | 2,671 | 65.7% | 100,563 | 131,767 | 161,918 |
| 1998 | 2,660 | 65.8% | 90,596 | 122,598 | 161,491 |
| 1997 | 2,185 | 69.5% | 64,048 | 90,242 | 125,233 |
| 1996 | 1,138 | 72.6% | 70,252 | 92,694 | 115,906 |
| 1995 | 1,620 | 68.0% | 71,038 | 101,162 | 128,545 |
| 1994 | 2,447 | 66.4% | 77,476 | 102,450 | 131,715 |
| 1993 | 3,786 | 67.6% | 80,728 | 108,257 | 135,144 |
| 1992 | 5,932 | 65.2% | 85,699 | 112,107 | 143,468 |
| 1991 | 1,834 | 68.3% | 99,680 | 129,499 | 158,015 |
| 1990 | 1,431 | 65.5% | 97,466 | 125,512 | 158,112 |
How Long Does a Honda Crx Last?
Based on 4,074 Honda Crx vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Crx Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda 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 Crx
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.9% MOT pass rate from 116 tests
62.8% MOT pass rate from 121 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Crx is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.9% across 116 tests. The 1986 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Crx Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Crx THIS CAR | 66.7% | 36,463 | 111,024 mi | 38 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 |
| Peugeot Independence | 75.9% | 24,262 | 47,258 mi | 14 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Crx trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda CrxShould you buy a used Honda Crx?
The Honda Crx has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.7% across 36,463 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Honda Crx are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (1,700 recorded failures), constant velocity joint gaiter split (1,561), and suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1,436). 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 Crx owner drives around 3,386 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 Crx models stay on UK roads for around 38 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.