2001 Honda Cr-V — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 9,896 MOT tests analysed for the 2001 Honda Cr-V, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, lighting & signalling and emissions & environmental. Its pass rate of 70.3% was below the average for mid-size SUVs of a similar age (71.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 35.4% in the 150k+ group versus 22.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 19.0% | 1,879 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 15.8% | 1,569 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 8.3% | 816 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.1% | 708 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.9% | 583 |
| 6 | Brakes | 4.9% | 488 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ball joint | 876 |
| 2 | Catalyst emissions | 779 |
| 3 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 768 |
| 4 | Pins and bushes | 666 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 592 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 578 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 48.0% | 4,746 |
| 2 | Tyres | 26.1% | 2,578 |
| 3 | Brakes | 23.0% | 2,274 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 19.9% | 1,970 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 17.0% | 1,683 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.0% | 1,482 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 36 | 22.2% |
| 30-60k | 468 | 17.7% |
| 60-90k | 1,418 | 25.9% |
| 90-120k | 3,038 | 27.7% |
| 120-150k | 2,938 | 31.5% |
| 150k+ | 1,987 | 35.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,933 | 29.9% |
| 2022 | 2,345 | 29.6% |
| 2023 | 1,917 | 30.6% |
| 2024 | 1,494 | 29.0% |
| 2025 | 1,207 | 28.7% |
What to check before buying a 2001 Cr-V
Before buying a 2001 Honda Cr-V, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 19.0% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (19.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (15.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Emissions & environmental (8.3% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2001 Honda Cr-Vs pass their MOT?
70.3% of the 9,896 2001 Honda Cr-V MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2001 Honda Cr-V?
Suspension, recorded in 19.0% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (15.8%).
Does the 2001 Cr-V get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 22.2% in the 0-30k band to 35.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 9,896 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.