2001 Honda Hr-V — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,083 MOT tests analysed for the 2001 Honda Hr-V, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 72.5% was in line with the average for small SUVs of a similar age (72.3%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 32.5% in the 150k+ group versus 15.5% in the 30-60k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.1% | 526 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.5% | 415 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.4% | 228 |
| 4 | Visibility | 7.3% | 225 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.6% | 204 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 6.1% | 188 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 419 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 288 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 239 |
| 4 | Catalyst emissions | 203 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 169 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 166 |
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 | 32.6% | 1,006 |
| 2 | Tyres | 27.3% | 843 |
| 3 | Brakes | 26.7% | 822 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 18.2% | 561 |
| 5 | Other defects | 17.7% | 545 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 17.1% | 526 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 206 | 15.5% |
| 60-90k | 721 | 22.2% |
| 90-120k | 1,075 | 28.9% |
| 120-150k | 690 | 32.2% |
| 150k+ | 354 | 32.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 939 | 28.7% |
| 2022 | 724 | 27.5% |
| 2023 | 586 | 28.0% |
| 2024 | 467 | 25.5% |
| 2025 | 367 | 25.9% |
What to check before buying a 2001 Hr-V
Before buying a 2001 Honda Hr-V, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 17.1% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (17.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.5% 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 (7.4% 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 2001 Honda Hr-Vs pass their MOT?
72.5% of the 3,083 2001 Honda Hr-V MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2001 Honda Hr-V?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.1% of tests, followed by suspension (13.5%).
Does the 2001 Hr-V get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 15.5% in the 30-60k band to 32.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,083 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.