Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2011 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec?

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 2011 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec?

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 2011 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec?

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 2011 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec reliable?

Based on MOT data from 196 vehicles, the 2011 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.3%, 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 2011 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec?

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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Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec (2011)

196 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.3% first-time pass rate

2011 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec

CarHunch analysed 196 real MOT records for the 2011 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2011 Honda CR-V EX I-DTEC diesel is a reliably robust performer, passing first-time MOT tests at 85.2% — a solid 5.2 percentage points above the UK average. No vehicles in this cohort have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is excellent news for safety-conscious buyers.

At 108,000 miles, these cars are averaging reasonable mileage for their age, and they're showing their durability: the typical vehicle racks up just 0.54 failures per test, with virtually no advisories being issued. Before purchase, have the pre-buy inspection focus on the areas where failures do occur — likely suspension, brakes, and emissions — to catch any wear before it becomes a problem.

We have limited data for the 2011 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

91.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.54

Over 5.8 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

108k

Middle half: 88k–125k

For context

These stats describe 196 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 196 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 (99%)	194	91.2%	0.55

Mileage Distribution

Most 2011 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec 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.

108,170

typical

88,164

low mileage

125,399

high mileage

Half of all 2011 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec vehicles fall between 88,164 and 125,399 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 88,164 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.

✓ 88,164–125,399 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2011 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtecs sit.

⚠ Over 169,288 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2011 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec — Still on the Road

Almost all 2011 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtecs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 136 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.

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

0.54

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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