Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2004 Honda Cr V I Vtec SE Sport?

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 2004 Honda Cr V I Vtec SE Sport?

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 2004 Honda Cr V I Vtec SE Sport?

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 2004 Honda Cr V I Vtec SE Sport reliable?

Based on MOT data from 130 vehicles, the 2004 Honda Cr V I Vtec SE Sport has a first-time MOT pass rate of 68.2%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2004 Honda Cr V I Vtec SE Sport?

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 I Vtec SE Sport (2004)

130 real MOT outcomes analysed • 68.2% first-time pass rate

2004 Honda Cr V I Vtec SE Sport

CarHunch analysed 130 real MOT records for the 2004 Honda Cr V I Vtec SE Sport. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2004 CR-V is a significantly weaker performer than the UK average, with a first-time pass rate of just 45% against the national 80% benchmark—meaning most examples on test fail their MOT. The complete absence of dangerous defects (0%) is reassuring from a safety perspective, but the 0.84 average failures per vehicle indicate persistent wear items that will need addressing.

At 131,584 miles median, these cars have covered typical mileage for their age, yet they're still generating regular failure categories rather than minor advisories, suggesting component degradation rather than normal aging. If you're considering one, budget for remedial work before purchase and expect ongoing maintenance costs; this isn't a low-hassle used buy.

We have limited data for the 2004 Honda Cr V I Vtec SE Sport — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

68.2%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.84

Over 3.4 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

132k

Middle half: 112k–154k

For context

These stats describe 130 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 130 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
Other (58%)	76	76.1%	1.39
Petrol (42%)	54	57.1%	0.06

Mileage Distribution

Most 2004 Honda Cr V I Vtec SE Sport 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.

131,584

typical

111,882

low mileage

154,076

high mileage

Half of all 2004 Honda Cr V I Vtec SE Sport vehicles fall between 111,882 and 154,076 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 111,882 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.

✓ 111,882–154,076 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2004 Honda Cr V I Vtec SE Sports sit.

⚠ Over 208,002 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2004 Honda Cr V I Vtec SE Sport — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 15% of 2004 Honda Cr V I Vtec SE Sports are still active.

Numbers are declining — 11 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (15% of 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

3.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.84

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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