2002 Honda Cr-V — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 25,918 MOT tests analysed for the 2002 Honda Cr-V, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 69.9% was below the average for mid-size SUVs of a similar age (71.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 33.0% in the 150k+ group versus 20.4% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.7% | 5,104 |
| 2 | Suspension | 16.7% | 4,336 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.5% | 2,735 |
| 4 | Visibility | 7.8% | 2,029 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 7.8% | 2,014 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.5% | 1,681 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 2,733 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 2,240 |
| 3 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 2,140 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 1,924 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 1,380 |
| 6 | Washers | 1,333 |
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 | 49.3% | 12,768 |
| 2 | Brakes | 33.4% | 8,654 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.2% | 7,056 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 24.7% | 6,405 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 16.2% | 4,198 |
| 6 | Steering | 12.8% | 3,321 |
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 | 54 | 20.4% |
| 30-60k | 459 | 16.8% |
| 60-90k | 2,125 | 24.2% |
| 90-120k | 6,044 | 27.4% |
| 120-150k | 8,174 | 31.2% |
| 150k+ | 9,034 | 33.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 25,857 | 30.0% |
| Diesel | 61 | 36.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 7,105 | 29.5% |
| 2022 | 6,038 | 29.7% |
| 2023 | 5,044 | 30.3% |
| 2024 | 4,224 | 30.5% |
| 2025 | 3,507 | 31.0% |
What to check before buying a 2002 Cr-V
Before buying a 2002 Honda Cr-V, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 19.7% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (19.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (16.7% 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 (10.5% 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 2002 Honda Cr-Vs pass their MOT?
69.9% of the 25,918 2002 Honda Cr-V MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2002 Honda Cr-V?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.7% of tests, followed by suspension (16.7%).
Does the 2002 Cr-V get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.4% in the 0-30k band to 33.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 25,918 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.