1999 Honda Cr-V — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 4,362 MOT tests analysed for the 1999 Honda Cr-V, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, lighting & signalling and emissions & environmental. Its pass rate of 69.0% was below the average for mid-size SUVs of a similar age (71.4%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 35.3% in the 150k+ group versus 16.2% in the 30-60k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 18.5% | 807 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 15.4% | 671 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 11.8% | 514 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.9% | 389 |
| 5 | Brakes | 6.4% | 278 |
| 6 | Visibility | 6.0% | 264 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Catalyst emissions | 630 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 428 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 386 |
| 4 | Pins and bushes | 299 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 233 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 233 |
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 | 50.4% | 2,198 |
| 2 | Tyres | 27.0% | 1,178 |
| 3 | Brakes | 25.9% | 1,130 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 21.3% | 927 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 20.1% | 877 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 19.9% | 867 |
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 | 111 | 16.2% |
| 60-90k | 517 | 25.3% |
| 90-120k | 1,153 | 29.2% |
| 120-150k | 1,286 | 31.8% |
| 150k+ | 1,282 | 35.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,376 | 31.6% |
| 2022 | 1,094 | 30.2% |
| 2023 | 811 | 30.8% |
| 2024 | 619 | 30.7% |
| 2025 | 462 | 32.0% |
What to check before buying a 1999 Cr-V
Before buying a 1999 Honda Cr-V, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 18.5% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (18.5% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (15.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Emissions & environmental (11.8% 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 1999 Honda Cr-Vs pass their MOT?
69.0% of the 4,362 1999 Honda Cr-V MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 1999 Honda Cr-V?
Suspension, recorded in 18.5% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (15.4%).
Does the 1999 Cr-V get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 16.2% in the 30-60k band to 35.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,362 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.