2004 Honda Cr-V — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 45,379 MOT tests analysed for the 2004 Honda Cr-V, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and emissions & environmental. Its pass rate of 70.6% was below the average for mid-size SUVs of a similar age (71.9%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 32.0% in the 150k+ group versus 20.0% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.8% | 9,461 |
| 2 | Suspension | 16.2% | 7,344 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 10.3% | 4,695 |
| 4 | Brakes | 9.6% | 4,348 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.4% | 2,903 |
| 6 | Tyres | 4.5% | 2,021 |
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 | 4,776 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 4,532 |
| 3 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 3,626 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 3,535 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 2,723 |
| 6 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 2,613 |
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 | 47.0% | 21,332 |
| 2 | Brakes | 32.5% | 14,727 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.2% | 12,357 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 26.6% | 12,081 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 14.8% | 6,734 |
| 6 | Steering | 13.0% | 5,892 |
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 | 65 | 20.0% |
| 30-60k | 962 | 17.5% |
| 60-90k | 4,897 | 24.5% |
| 90-120k | 11,716 | 27.7% |
| 120-150k | 14,672 | 30.9% |
| 150k+ | 13,044 | 32.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 45,307 | 29.4% |
| Diesel | 67 | 32.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 11,365 | 28.9% |
| 2022 | 10,129 | 28.6% |
| 2023 | 9,086 | 29.7% |
| 2024 | 8,062 | 30.0% |
| 2025 | 6,737 | 30.3% |
What to check before buying a 2004 Cr-V
Before buying a 2004 Honda Cr-V, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 20.8% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (20.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (16.2% 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.
- Emissions & environmental (10.3% 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 2004 Honda Cr-Vs pass their MOT?
70.6% of the 45,379 2004 Honda Cr-V MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2004 Honda Cr-V?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.8% of tests, followed by suspension (16.2%).
Does the 2004 Cr-V get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.0% in the 0-30k band to 32.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 45,379 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.