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J198 XAJ

2003 Honda Crx

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

170,186 mi
Last recorded170,186 miles
Recorded on30 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Honda Crx107,646 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ198 XAJ
MakeHonda
ModelCrx
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2014 170,186 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 May 2013 165,218 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 151,155 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 151,146 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 115,460 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 115,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 95,736 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2007 95,727 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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J198 XAJ is a 2003 Honda Crx in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Honda Crx models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 107,646 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J198 XAJ, 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 23 years old, this Honda Crx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J198 XAJ registered?

J198 XAJ is a 2003 Honda Crx, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is J198 XAJ safe to buy?

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