Honda CR-V MOT Results

Registered in 2007
62.2% pass rate
from 17,459 tests in 2021
(12% better than other 2007 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2007 cars and highlighted areas where the Honda CR-V is unusually good or bad.

  • 16% fail on Suspension
    • 6.9% fail on Anti-roll bars (44% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 2.8% fail on Linkage ball joints (98% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 1.5% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
      • 0.85% fail on Linkage (2 times worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.69% fail on Ball joint (56% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.69% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.63% fail on Pins and bushes (2 times worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.14% fail on Linkage pins and bushes
      • 0.063% fail on Anti-roll bar
      • 0.046% fail on Linkage attachment bracket and mounting (3 times worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.034% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 4.7% fail on Springs (19% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 4.6% fail on Coil springs (20% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 4.6% fail on Coil spring (21% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.13% fail on Mounting (2 times worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.069% fail on Spring mounting prescribed areas
    • 4.6% fail on Suspension arms
      • 2.2% fail on Ball joint
      • 1.7% fail on Ball joint dust cover (140% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.92% fail on Pins and bushes (59% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.046% fail on Suspension arm (84% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.029% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 1.3% fail on Shock absorbers (26% worse than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.72% fail on Component mounting prescribed areas
    • 0.55% fail on Other suspension component (79% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.29% fail on Ball joint (99% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.23% fail on Ball joint dust cover (3 times worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.029% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.0057% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.0057% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.26% fail on Sub-frames (46% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.17% fail on Sub-frame
      • 0.086% fail on Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas
      • 0.0057% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.16% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.11% fail on Macpherson strut (110% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.029% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.011% fail on Ball joint dust cover (5 times worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.0057% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.097% fail on Wheel bearings (90% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.040% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.023% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.011% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0057% fail on Suspension rod
      • 0.0057% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.0057% fail on Axles
      • 0.0057% fail on Axle
  • 14% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
    • 4.6% fail on Stop lamp (14% worse than other 2007 cars)
    • 3.8% fail on Headlamps
      • 3.3% fail on Headlamp (14% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.43% fail on Headlamp levelling device (100% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.0057% fail on Matched pair
      • 0.0057% fail on Dipswitch
      • 0.0057% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
    • 3.3% fail on Direction indicators (37% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 3.3% fail on Flashing type (37% worse than other 2007 cars)
        • 2.4% fail on Individual direction indicators (45% worse than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.79% fail on Side repeaters
        • 0.18% fail on All direction indicators
      • 0.0057% fail on Semaphore
        • 0.0057% fail on Arm
    • 2.2% fail on Headlamp aim (37% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 1.9% fail on Headlamp aim (39% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.29% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 1.6% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (26% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.78% fail on Front and rear fog lamps
      • 0.78% fail on Rear fog lamp
        • 0.78% fail on Rear fog lamp
    • 0.38% fail on Electrical equipment (31% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.29% fail on Battery(ies)
      • 0.052% fail on Trailer electrical socket (2 times worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.029% fail on Electrical wiring
      • 0.011% fail on Horn (96% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.063% fail on Position lamps (62% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.063% fail on Position lamp (60% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.063% fail on Rear reflectors
    • 0.011% fail on Hazard warning
      • 0.011% fail on Switch
  • 6.5% fail on Brakes (40% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 3.0% fail on Mechanical brake components
      • 2.6% fail on Brake linings and pads (23% worse than other 2007 cars)
        • 2.6% fail on Brake pads (23% worse than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.011% fail on Brake linings
      • 0.57% fail on Brake discs and drums (55% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.57% fail on Brake discs (55% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.011% fail on Brake drums
      • 0.011% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages (93% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.011% fail on Cable (90% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 2.2% fail on Brake performance (63% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 1.1% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (64% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.57% fail on Rbt (sp) (80% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.49% fail on Decelerometer (sp) (2 times worse than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.011% fail on Gradient tester (sp)
        • 0.0057% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
      • 0.75% fail on Service brake performance (71% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.67% fail on Rbt (73% better than other 2007 cars)
          • 0.64% fail on Service brake performance (71% better than other 2007 cars)
          • 0.052% fail on Service brake imbalance (90% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.074% fail on Decelerometer (3 times worse than other 2007 cars)
          • 0.074% fail on Service brake performance (3 times worse than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.0057% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.0057% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 0.33% fail on Parking brake performance (74% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.30% fail on Rbt (76% better than other 2007 cars)
          • 0.27% fail on Parking brake performance (75% better than other 2007 cars)
          • 0.017% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance) (84% better than other 2007 cars)
          • 0.017% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
        • 0.023% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.017% fail on Parking brake performance
          • 0.0057% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
        • 0.011% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.011% fail on Parking brake performance
      • 0.24% fail on Brake performance not tested
      • 0.16% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (77% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.14% fail on Rbt (sp) (80% better than other 2007 cars)
          • 0.13% fail on Service brake imbalance (77% better than other 2007 cars)
          • 0.017% fail on Service brake performance (91% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.023% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
    • 0.97% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever (160% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.73% fail on Pedal (3 times worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.23% fail on Hand lever
    • 0.67% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (42% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.64% fail on Anti-lock braking system (34% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.20% fail on Electronic stability control (35% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.023% fail on Electronic braking system
    • 0.46% fail on Parking brake control
      • 0.46% fail on Lever
    • 0.097% fail on Flexible brake hoses (51% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.040% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders) (79% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.034% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers (76% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.0057% fail on Hydraulic brake cylinder
    • 0.034% fail on Hydraulic systems (77% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.017% fail on Reservoirs
      • 0.011% fail on Brake fluid (89% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.0057% fail on Master cylinder
    • 0.023% fail on Rigid brake pipes (99% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.017% fail on Load sensing valves (4 times worse than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.011% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.0057% fail on Other components
      • 0.0057% fail on Prescribed areas
        • 0.0057% fail on Other braking system component
  • 5.2% fail on Visibility (21% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 2.9% fail on Wipers
    • 2.3% fail on Washers (30% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.069% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.069% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.063% fail on View to rear (65% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.063% fail on Mirrors (64% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.034% fail on Driver's view
    • 0.011% fail on Bonnet (94% better than other 2007 cars)
  • 5.0% fail on Tyres (24% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 3.6% fail on Tread depth
    • 1.6% fail on Condition (48% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.069% fail on Size/type (73% better than other 2007 cars)
  • 4.5% fail on Steering (50% worse than other 2007 cars)
    • 3.3% fail on Steering linkage components (44% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 2.9% fail on Track rod end (39% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.26% fail on Ball joint (100% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.097% fail on Locking devices (2 times worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.069% fail on Drag link end
      • 0.023% fail on Steering arm
    • 0.64% fail on Steering gear (36% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.61% fail on Steering rack (35% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.023% fail on Operation
      • 0.0057% fail on Steering box
    • 0.61% fail on Power steering (200% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.37% fail on Pipes and hoses (6 times worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.15% fail on Other components (120% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.13% fail on Operation
      • 0.011% fail on Rams
    • 0.22% fail on Steering play (110% worse than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.22% fail on Steering rack (120% worse than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.017% fail on Electronic power steering
    • 0.0057% fail on Steering coupling
      • 0.0057% fail on Flexible coupling
  • 3.1% fail on Body, chassis, structure (54% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 1.5% fail on Transmission (50% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 1.4% fail on Drive shafts (52% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 1.3% fail on Joints (52% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.023% fail on Drive shaft
        • 0.0057% fail on Flexible couplings
      • 0.11% fail on Prop shafts
        • 0.063% fail on Joints
        • 0.023% fail on Prop shaft
        • 0.017% fail on Bearing housing
        • 0.0057% fail on Flexible couplings
    • 0.92% fail on Exhaust system (63% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.29% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.16% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
      • 0.086% fail on Pipe
      • 0.029% fail on Tank
      • 0.011% fail on Hose
      • 0.0057% fail on System
    • 0.11% fail on Integral vehicle structure (69% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.10% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition (68% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.0057% fail on Sub-frame
        • 0.0057% fail on Sub-frame condition
    • 0.10% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.092% fail on Chassis (46% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.092% fail on Chassis condition
    • 0.074% fail on Body (58% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.057% fail on Other body component
      • 0.011% fail on Panel (82% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.0057% fail on Body condition
    • 0.057% fail on Undertray
    • 0.052% fail on Doors (88% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.029% fail on Other passenger's door (87% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.023% fail on Door condition (89% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.0057% fail on Catch
      • 0.017% fail on Front passenger's door (87% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.017% fail on Door condition (87% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.0057% fail on Driver's door
        • 0.0057% fail on Hinge
    • 0.046% fail on Seats (65% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.034% fail on Passenger's seat
      • 0.011% fail on Driver's seat (84% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.023% fail on Towbar
      • 0.011% fail on Other towbar components
      • 0.0057% fail on Towbar condition
      • 0.0057% fail on Coupling
    • 0.011% fail on Engine mounting (85% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.011% fail on Engine mounting condition (81% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.011% fail on Boot lid
      • 0.011% fail on Boot lid condition
    • 0.0057% fail on Load security
      • 0.0057% fail on Tailgate
        • 0.0057% fail on Tailgate condition
    • 0.0057% fail on Passenger compartment
  • 2.6% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (55% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 2.4% fail on Exhaust emissions (55% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 1.3% fail on Spark ignition (69% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.83% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (57% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.42% fail on Catalyst emissions (80% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.17% fail on Emissions not tested (74% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.011% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0057% fail on Oxygen sensor
          • 0.0057% fail on Other emission control equipment
      • 1.2% fail on Compression ignition
        • 0.62% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo
        • 0.43% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.097% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.034% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
        • 0.029% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo (69% better than other 2007 cars)
        • 0.017% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0057% fail on Catalytic converter
          • 0.0057% fail on Oxygen sensor
          • 0.0057% fail on Exhaust gas recirculation valve
        • 0.011% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
    • 0.15% fail on Fluid leaks (61% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.074% fail on Engine oil leaks (78% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.046% fail on Other leaks
      • 0.017% fail on Transmission oil leaks
      • 0.017% fail on Hydraulic fluid leaks
    • 0.034% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.023% fail on Undertray
      • 0.011% fail on Sound deadening material
  • 1.2% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (35% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.68% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (27% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.50% fail on Seat belts (45% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.28% fail on Condition (42% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.20% fail on Prescribed areas (50% better than other 2007 cars)
      • 0.023% fail on Requirements
      • 0.0057% fail on Attachment
    • 0.017% fail on Airbags
      • 0.017% fail on Drivers airbag
  • 0.52% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.50% fail on Attachment
    • 0.011% fail on Condition (92% better than other 2007 cars)
  • 0.38% fail on Identification of the vehicle (30% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.38% fail on Registration plates (31% better than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.0057% fail on Vehicle Identification Number
  • 0.029% fail on Seat belt installation check (2 times worse than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.017% fail on Anchorages (3 times worse than other 2007 cars)
    • 0.011% fail on Belt(s)/padding
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  • Honda CR-V (2007 - 2012)
    Roomy and versatile. Very comfortable, pleasant and relaxing to drive. not at all cumbersome. 2.2 i-CTDI diesel is excellent.

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