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J52 OSW

1998 Honda Crx

Black Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

141,885 mi
Last recorded141,885 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda Crx122,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ52 OSW
MakeHonda
ModelCrx
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 141,885 miles

Both headlamp images do not have a kick up to the nearside but the pattern is contain beneath the beam tester line.

This vehicle does have alot of surface corrosion.

Fail 14 Aug 2015 140,954 miles

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

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

Both headlamps do not have kick up to the nearside but the image is contained below the marker line on the beam tester.

Rear floor pans and inner sills have some corrosion but not holed at time of test.

Rear outer sills/outer arches are coated in a heavy rap type meterial making if differcult to inspect.

Fail 13 Aug 2015 140,953 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension upper ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has a suspension upper ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Radius arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear floor pans and inner sills have some corrosion but not holed at time of test.

Pass 29 Aug 2014 128,396 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 111,637 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 106,681 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

battery insecure

centre exhaust mounting 1 rubber broken & 1 perished, still secure

drivers seat runners worn, seat still secure

Fail 22 Aug 2012 106,681 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

battery insecure

centre exhaust mounting 1 rubber broken & 1 perished, still secure

drivers seat runners worn, seat still secure

Pass 6 Jan 2011 104,120 miles

Battery insecure

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2007 98,595 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Pass 17 Apr 2006 89,557 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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J52 OSW is a 1998 Honda Crx in Black with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Honda Crx models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 122,598 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 J52 OSW, 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 28 years old, this Honda Crx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J52 OSW registered?

J52 OSW is a 1998 Honda Crx, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is J52 OSW safe to buy?

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