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2001 Honda Cr-v West 1 MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Cr-v West 1 models manufactured in 2001, based on 84 real MOT test results.

66.7%
Pass Rate
33.3%
Fail Rate
84
Total Tests
105,403
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

2001 Honda Cr-v West 1 MOT Analysis

The 2001 Honda Cr-v West 1 has an MOT pass rate of 66.7% based on 84 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 105,403 miles on the odometer. With a 33.3% failure rate, the 2001 Cr-v West 1 is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2001 Honda Cr-v West 1 is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 3.6% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Body, chassis, structure is the second most common issue at 1.2%. Noise, emissions and leaks follows at 1.2%.

⚠ Based on limited data (84 tests)

Top failures specific to 2001 models only. The overall Cr-v West 1 page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

What Fails on This Car?

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment3.6%3
2Body, Chassis, Structure1.2%1
3Noise, Emissions And Leaks1.2%1
4Non-component Advisories1.2%1
5Suspension1.2%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 105,403 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Lamps & Electrical0.34% per 10K miBody & Structure0.11% per 10K miNoise, emissions and leaks0.11% per 10K miNon-component advisories0.11% per 10K miSuspension0.11% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Lamps & Electrical0.343.6%3
Body & Structure0.111.2%1
Noise, emissions and leaks0.111.2%1
Non-component advisories0.111.2%1
Suspension0.111.2%1

Mileage Statistics

105,403
Mean
104,137
Median
94,175
25th Percentile
115,507
75th Percentile
3.16% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 2001 Honda Cr-v West 1 has an MOT pass rate of 66.7% based on 84 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 105,403 miles on the odometer. With a 33.3% failure rate, the 2001 Cr-v West 1 is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 2001 Honda Cr-v West 1, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With an average mileage of 105,403 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.

Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 3.6% of failures

Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 3.6% of MOT failures on 2001 Honda Cr-v West 1 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.

Body, chassis, structure — 1.2% of failures

Body, chassis, structure issues account for 1.2% of MOT failures on 2001 Honda Cr-v West 1 models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.

Noise, emissions and leaks — 1.2% of failures

Noise, emissions and leaks issues account for 1.2% of MOT failures on 2001 Honda Cr-v West 1 models. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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