Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Honda Cr V Ex I Ctdi?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2007 Honda Cr V Ex I Ctdi?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2007 Honda Cr V Ex I Ctdi?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2007 Honda Cr V Ex I Ctdi reliable?

Based on MOT data from 304 vehicles, the 2007 Honda Cr V Ex I Ctdi has a first-time MOT pass rate of 80%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2007 Honda Cr V Ex I Ctdi?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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304 real MOT outcomes analysed • 80% first-time pass rate

2007 Honda Cr V Ex I Ctdi

CarHunch analysed 304 real MOT records for the 2007 Honda Cr V Ex I Ctdi. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 304 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 2007 CR-V diesel has a first-time MOT pass rate of 71.3%, which is noticeably below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these vehicles tend to need repairs before passing inspection. The good news is there are no dangerous defects recorded across the 304 vehicles analysed, so safety-critical failures aren't a pattern here.

At nearly 148,000 miles on average, these CR-Vs are showing their age, yet the 1.27 failures per vehicle tells you the issues are typically fixable rather than catastrophic—mainly wear items rather than structural problems. If you're considering one, budget for maintenance costs and get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the common failure points, then factor in regular servicing to keep it roadworthy.

The 2007 Honda Cr V Ex I Ctdi passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (80%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

First-time pass

80%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.27

Over 5.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

144k

Middle half: 125k–172k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

These stats describe 304 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 304 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	303	79.9%	1.27

Colour Breakdown

Based on 821 Honda Cr V Ex I Ctdi vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 29.2%

240

Black 28.3%

232

Grey 19.7%

162

Blue 11.3%

Red 9.1%

Bronze 2.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Honda Cr V Ex I Ctdi vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

144,421

typical

124,528

low mileage

171,928

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Honda Cr V Ex I Ctdi vehicles fall between 124,528 and 171,928 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 124,528 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 124,528–171,928 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Honda Cr V Ex I Ctdis sit.

⚠ Over 232,102 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Honda Cr V Ex I Ctdi — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 52% of 2007 Honda Cr V Ex I Ctdis are still active.

122 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 52% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

5.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.27

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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