1998 Honda CR-V · 1,650 MOT tests
1998 Honda CR-V reliability
1998 Honda CR-Vs fail 47.2% of first MOT tests, 22% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 24 of 24 CR-V years (1,650 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Honda CR-Vs: 25.6%)
- 47.2%
- first-time fail rate (all Honda CR-Vs: 25.6%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 22% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 24
- 123,500
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 24
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 1,650
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
1998 against the years either side
- 1997 cars: 17% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 1998 car does worse)
- 1999 cars: 18% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 1998 car does worse)
- Weak spot: exhaust, emissions and leaks, 13.6% of tests fail here (71% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: brakes, 26% fewer fails than comparable cars.
Common problems
What fails on a 1998 Honda CR-V
Fail rate by area
- Suspension24.3%
- Lights and electrics16.2%
- Body, chassis and structure15.5%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks13.6%
- Brakes9.6%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors8.2%
- Steering7.3%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Suspension mounting area seriously corroded 7.33%
Corrosion near suspension mountings can seriously weaken the body structure, so an expert inspection is needed.
CV joint boot split or insecure 4.85%
A split CV boot lets dirt in and grease out, so the joint wears and may need full replacement.
Stop lamp not working 4.79%
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
Suspension ball joint excessively worn 3.88%
A worn ball joint can fail and cause loss of steering control, so it must be replaced promptly.
Carbon monoxide high after fast idle 3.7%
High carbon monoxide can point to engine or catalytic converter faults, so ask for diagnosis before buying.
Coil spring fractured or broken 3.64%
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
Common advisories
Suspension arm pin/bush showing wear (13.58%) · Engine oil leak, not excessive (13.45%) · Tyre worn close to legal limit (11.76%) · Coil spring showing some corrosion (10.48%) · Brake pipes corroded and greasy (9.33%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (8.91%)
Other years
Every Honda CR-V year
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 1998 Honda CR-V reliable?
1998 Honda CR-Vs fail 47.2% of first MOT tests, 22% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 24 of 24 CR-V years (1,650 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 1998 Honda CR-V MOT?
Most often suspension mounting area seriously corroded (7.33% of tests), cv joint boot split or insecure (4.85% of tests), stop lamp not working (4.79% of tests).
How many miles should a 1998 Honda CR-V have done?
At its MOT aged about 24, a typical 1998 Honda CR-V shows 123,500 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
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