2007 Honda Cr-V — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 97,559 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Honda Cr-V, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 75.0% was above the average for mid-size SUVs of a similar age (72.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 28.3% in the 150k+ group versus 18.1% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.7% | 15,345 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.3% | 13,946 |
| 3 | Brakes | 5.3% | 5,190 |
| 4 | Tyres | 4.8% | 4,644 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.6% | 4,461 |
| 6 | Steering | 4.4% | 4,298 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 5,032 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 4,987 |
| 3 | Stop lamp | 4,437 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 4,207 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 4,126 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 3,964 |
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 | 40.6% | 39,647 |
| 2 | Tyres | 27.9% | 27,200 |
| 3 | Brakes | 20.5% | 20,037 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 18.1% | 17,668 |
| 5 | Other defects | 14.6% | 14,211 |
| 6 | Steering | 14.2% | 13,822 |
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 | 204 | 18.1% |
| 30-60k | 2,643 | 15.7% |
| 60-90k | 11,339 | 20.2% |
| 90-120k | 25,619 | 23.4% |
| 120-150k | 29,708 | 25.8% |
| 150k+ | 28,015 | 28.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 54,622 | 26.2% |
| Petrol | 42,937 | 23.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 22,047 | 23.3% |
| 2022 | 21,602 | 24.4% |
| 2023 | 20,050 | 25.4% |
| 2024 | 18,073 | 26.0% |
| 2025 | 15,787 | 26.5% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Cr-V
Before buying a 2007 Honda Cr-V, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 15.7% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (15.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (14.3% 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.
- Brakes (5.3% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2007 Honda Cr-Vs pass their MOT?
75.0% of the 97,559 2007 Honda Cr-V MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Honda Cr-V?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.7% of tests, followed by suspension (14.3%).
Does the 2007 Cr-V get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 18.1% in the 0-30k band to 28.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 97,559 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.