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M3 CRX

1997 Honda Civic Crx

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

71,284 mi
Last recorded71,284 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic Crx85,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 CRX
MakeHonda
ModelCivic Crx
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 71,284 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2024 71,226 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Apr 2024 71,212 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

eml is on

Pass 2 May 2023 70,958 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed against exhaust mounting (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate start of test illuminated indicating a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 19 Apr 2023 70,947 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed against exhaust mounting (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate start of test illuminated indicating a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 70,421 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 70,379 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 69,698 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 69,698 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 68,825 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 67,898 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 66,982 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 65,982 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 64,924 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 64,924 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 63,111 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 61,550 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 59,806 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 57,950 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 57,944 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 58,302 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 58,302 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 54,972 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 52,531 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 52,531 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 49,782 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 46,947 miles

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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M3 CRX is a 1997 Honda Civic Crx in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 M3 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 M3 CRX registered?

M3 CRX is a 1997 Honda Civic Crx, first registered on 21 February 1997.

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