Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2012 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 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec reliable?

Based on MOT data from 141 vehicles, the 2012 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.9%, 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 2012 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 (2012)

141 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.9% first-time pass rate

2012 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec

CarHunch analysed 141 real MOT records for the 2012 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 2012 Honda CR-V EX I-DTEC diesel is a solid performer at MOT, passing first time in 85.4% of cases—meaningfully better than the UK average of 80%—with zero dangerous defects recorded across the 141 vehicles tested. This reliability advantage is genuine and worth noting for a buyer considering this age and model.

At around 105,600 miles median mileage, these vehicles have covered typical distance for their age, and the low failure rate of 0.54 per vehicle suggests the diesel engine and chassis hold up well with age. Check the service history carefully and have any prospective purchase inspected for suspension wear, as advisories were minimal—indicating either good maintenance or that issues tend to develop later in ownership.

We have limited data for the 2012 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

91.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.54

Over 5.9 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

106k

Middle half: 79k–125k

For context

These stats describe 141 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 141 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 (96%)	135	92.2%	0.5

Mileage Distribution

Most 2012 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.

105,607

typical

79,237

low mileage

125,328

high mileage

Half of all 2012 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec vehicles fall between 79,237 and 125,328 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 79,237 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.

✓ 79,237–125,328 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2012 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtecs sit.

⚠ Over 169,192 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2012 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtec — Still on the Road

Almost all 2012 Honda Cr V Ex I Dtecs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 102 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 94% 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

5.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.54

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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