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J434 JOU

1997 Honda Crx

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,045 mi
Last recorded67,045 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Crx90,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ434 JOU
MakeHonda
ModelCrx
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 67,045 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Mar 2026 67,043 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 66,786 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 66,474 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2024 66,473 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 66,467 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 66,113 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 65,843 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 64,647 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 63,334 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 59,684 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 47,441 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 12 Mar 2015 39,702 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 36,500 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 32,930 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 29,182 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 25,363 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 22,267 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 19,079 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 16,920 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 16,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 14,514 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 14,514 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

wear to rear suspension bushes

Pass 5 Apr 2006 12,289 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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J434 JOU is a 1997 Honda Crx in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda Crx models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 90,242 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 J434 JOU, 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 29 years old, this Honda Crx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J434 JOU registered?

J434 JOU is a 1997 Honda Crx, first registered on 13 November 1997.

Is J434 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J434 JOU 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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