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J33 CRX

1997 Honda Civic Crx

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

115,122 mi
Last recorded115,122 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic Crx85,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ33 CRX
MakeHonda
ModelCivic Crx
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2024 115,122 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 106,878 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 101,866 miles

Nearside Parking brake only just met requirements

Fail 2 Dec 2022 101,866 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Parking brake only just met requirements

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 100,883 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear inner arches have been heavily undersealed

Fail 27 Oct 2021 100,870 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear inner arches have been heavily undersealed

Pass 20 Oct 2020 98,823 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 96,878 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 95,470 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 101,765 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 100,915 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 100,018 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 99,028 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 95,815 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 95,182 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake disks inner face scowered and worn

unable to fully asses outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2011 92,189 miles

front n/s brake pipe corroded

under body corroded

both front brake hose ferrules corroded

both rear radius arm bushes split

front brake discs corroded

Pass 11 May 2010 86,897 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake imbalance 20%

o/s rear tyre condition

Pass 8 May 2009 80,360 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 72,603 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 67,102 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 66,800 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 60,776 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

How Reliable is the Honda Civic Crx?

Based on 37,654 MOT tests across 3,940 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
3,073
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
3,940
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,274
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,748
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,399
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,296
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,120
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J33 CRX is a 1997 Honda Civic Crx in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda Civic Crx models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 85,340 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Civic Crx fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,274 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J33 CRX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic Crx typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Civic Crx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J33 CRX registered?

J33 CRX is a 1997 Honda Civic Crx, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is J33 CRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J33 CRX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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