Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2014 Honda Cr V SE I Dtec 4x2?

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 2014 Honda Cr V SE I Dtec 4x2?

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 2014 Honda Cr V SE I Dtec 4x2?

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 2014 Honda Cr V SE I Dtec 4x2 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 292 vehicles, the 2014 Honda Cr V SE I Dtec 4x2 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 96.2%, 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 2014 Honda Cr V SE I Dtec 4x2?

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 SE I Dtec 4x2 (2014)

292 real MOT outcomes analysed • 96.2% first-time pass rate

2014 Honda Cr V SE I Dtec 4x2

CarHunch analysed 292 real MOT records for the 2014 Honda Cr V SE I Dtec 4x2. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2014 CR-V diesel sits right at the UK average with a 79.5% first-time pass rate, making it a reliably average performer in the MOT arena—no standout concerns here, and pleasingly, no vehicles in this cohort have ever recorded a dangerous defect. The median mileage of 80,403 miles is exactly what you'd expect for a ten-year-old vehicle, and the low average of 0.23 failures per car suggests these diesels aren't throwing up serious mechanical issues when they do fail. With virtually zero advisory notices recorded across the sample, electrical and wear-related niggles aren't a defining problem for the model. Before buying, run a full service history check and have a diesel specialist inspect the fuel injection system—the low failure rate means most owners are keeping these engines in good shape, so you should expect the same from your example.

We have limited data for the 2014 Honda Cr V SE I Dtec 4x2 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

96.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.23

Over 5.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

80k

Middle half: 63k–99k

For context

These stats describe 292 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 292 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%)	289	96.1%	0.23

Colour Breakdown

Based on 799 Honda Cr V SE I Dtec 4x2 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 20.4%

163

Grey 18.4%

147

Blue 15.6%

125

Red 14.5%

116

Black 13.8%

110

Silver 11.3%

Brown 5.3%

Bronze 0.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2014 Honda Cr V SE I Dtec 4x2 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.

80,403

typical

62,573

low mileage

98,634

high mileage

Half of all 2014 Honda Cr V SE I Dtec 4x2 vehicles fall between 62,573 and 98,634 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 62,573 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.

✓ 62,573–98,634 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2014 Honda Cr V SE I Dtec 4x2s sit.

⚠ Over 133,155 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2014 Honda Cr V SE I Dtec 4x2 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2014 Honda Cr V SE I Dtec 4x2s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 212 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
* 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

5.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.23

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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