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E23 RED

1987 Honda Crx

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,848 mi
Last recorded78,848 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Honda Crx89,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE23 RED
MakeHonda
ModelCrx
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 78,848 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 78,721 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 78,387 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 78,169 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 78,117 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 77,784 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 77,505 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 77,335 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 76,692 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 76,522 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate BOTH (1.1.C.1e)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 76,139 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 76,119 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

exhaust system corroded

side skirts fitted unable to check outer sills

surface rust on brake pipes

underbody covered in underseal

Pass 22 Jul 2014 75,916 miles

Covers fitted to SILLS

Nearside Outer Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 75,371 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 75,371 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 74,164 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 73,394 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 73,094 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 72,177 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 71,191 miles

both rear inner sills corroding

Pass 3 Jul 2007 69,461 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 69,461 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 67,752 miles

n/s/r jacking point slightly corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2005 65,523 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Crx?

Based on 36,463 MOT tests across 4,074 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
3,386
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,700
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,561
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,436
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,431
Steering rack gaiter split 1,229
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E23 RED is a 1987 Honda Crx in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Honda Crx models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 89,074 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Crx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,700 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E23 RED, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Crx typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 39 years old, this Honda Crx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E23 RED?

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What year was E23 RED registered?

E23 RED is a 1987 Honda Crx, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E23 RED safe to buy?

The MOT history for E23 RED shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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