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Honda CR-V Mk2 (RD) (2002-2006) reliability

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Honda CR-V Mk2 (RD) built around 2006: about average at the MOT

Honda CR-V Mk2 (RD) models built around 2006 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age. An independent inspection matters more than the wider numbers on cars this old.

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Key figure

33% of MOT tests on Honda CR-V Mk2 (RD) models built around 2006 ended in a fail (retests included), against 30% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Honda CR-V Mk2 (RD) models built around 2006 involves the suspension.

Honda CR-V Mk2 (RD)
No reliability rating: too close to call between ratings2002-2006SUVPETROL / DIESEL

Based on 38,581 tests of CR-V models registered 2002-2006.

About 1 in 10 CR-V Mk2 (RD) MOTs (10%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2006 (19 years old), all fuels combined.

Based on 11,445 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.

About 1 in 12 CR-V Mk2 (RD) MOTs (7.7%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2006 (19 years old).

Based on 11,445 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.

Mk2 (RD) fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
4,89332.4%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
11,44532.9%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
8,61634.2%
21 yearsbuilt around 2004
6,78235.6%
22 yearsbuilt around 2003
4,96135.6%
23 yearsbuilt around 2002
1,88434.1%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 22 years old.

How the CR-V Mk2 (RD) compares

At each age below, see how the CR-V Mk2 (RD) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 53,912 tests across 9 Honda models, built around 2006 (19 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateHonda average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
4,89332.4%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
11,44532.9%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
8,61634.2%
21 yearsbuilt around 2004
6,78235.6%
22 yearsbuilt around 2003
4,96135.6%
23 yearsbuilt around 2002
1,88434.1%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Suspension

Worth checking

Inspect the suspension carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Suspension springs

Worth checking

Check ride height is even side-to-side and look for cracked or rusted coils.

Suspension

Worth checking

Inspect the suspension carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Other SUVs to compare

Other SUVs, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the CR-V Mk2 (RD).

  1. 1

    Porsche Cayenne

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    21.7%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    7.7%
    Dangerous
    4.9%
    Still registered at 10 years
    84.8%

    Lower fail rate: 21.7%, against 32.9% for the Honda CR-V Mk2 (RD), both built around 2006.

    1,231 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

  2. 2

    Lexus RX

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    26.4%

    Lower fail rate: 26.4%, against 32.9% for the Honda CR-V Mk2 (RD), both built around 2006.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    1,442 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

  3. 3

    Toyota Land Cruiser

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    27.2%

    Lower fail rate: 27.2%, against 32.9% for the Honda CR-V Mk2 (RD), both built around 2006.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    1,020 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

  4. 4

    Toyota RAV4

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    29.3%

    Lower fail rate: 29.3%, against 32.9% for the Honda CR-V Mk2 (RD), both built around 2006.

    7 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    3,662 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

How many are still registered

95%of all Honda CR-V cars first registered in 2014 to 2015 were still registered 10 years later. This is the whole model, not only this generation.

UK average for cars first registered in 2014 to 2015: 92% · About typical

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics (VEH0124).

Recall context

42 recalls in all

7 of the 42 CR-V Mk2 (RD) recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 4 Critical
  • 3 more

Top concerns

  • Liquid could enter the power window master switch and a short circuit could occur
  • Passenger side airbag may fail to deploy correctly
  • Drivers airbag inflator may rupture if deployed

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

What has gone wrong on CR-V Mk2 (RD) cars built around 2006

The share of petrol cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 1,046 cars.

Structural systems

Suspension
75%
Emissions
34%
Drivetrain
9%
Steering
8%
Bodywork
7%

Wear items

Lighting
72%
Brakes
64%
Tyres
42%

Rust, which the MOT calls corrosion: 32% of these cars show rust-related issues at this age.

Check the sills, subframe and brake pipes before you decide.

How CR-V Mk2 (RD) cars have aged

How CR-V Mk2 (RD) cars have aged

How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.

0%10%20%30%1517192123Age at MOTBuilt around 2006, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 30.4% (10,637 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2006, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 30.8% (9,784 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2006, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 31.9% (8,870 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2006, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 32.1% (7,797 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2006, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 32.5% (6,784 tests, 2025 data)2006Built around 2005, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 31.5% (9,786 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2005, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 32.0% (8,763 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2005, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 32.3% (7,688 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2005, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 32.5% (6,590 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2005, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 33.4% (5,617 tests, 2025 data)2005Built around 2004, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 33.7% (7,395 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2004, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 33.5% (6,505 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2004, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 34.6% (5,739 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2004, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 34.4% (5,018 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2004, 21 years old at the time of MOT: 35.3% (4,266 tests, 2025 data)2004Built around 2003, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 34.5% (6,487 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2003, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 35.2% (5,485 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2003, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 35.1% (4,605 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2003, 21 years old at the time of MOT: 35.4% (3,873 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2003, 22 years old at the time of MOT: 35.0% (3,107 tests, 2025 data)2003Built around 2002, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 33.2% (4,095 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2002, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 34.1% (3,408 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2002, 21 years old at the time of MOT: 33.9% (2,797 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2002, 22 years old at the time of MOT: 35.5% (2,344 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2002, 23 years old at the time of MOT: 34.1% (1,884 tests, 2025 data)2002
First registered around 2006First registered around 2005First registered around 2004First registered around 2003
How each part holds up as Mk2 (RD) cars age

How each part holds up as Mk2 (RD) cars age

The share of petrol cars built pre-2005 that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Rates usually rise with age, but can dip slightly as cars leave the road.

Part of the car21 years22 years23 years24 years
Suspension75%78%68%78%
Brakes64%65%63%43%
Emissions34%32%27%48%
Tyres42%45%42%49%
Lighting72%74%65%69%
Drivetrain9%8%9%8%
Bodywork7%8%5%7%
Steering8%8%7%8%
Corrosion32%31%23%26%

Based on petrol cars in the pre-2005 build-year band, from 700 to 1,204 cars at each age.

Mk2 (RD) variants compared

CR-V Mk2 (RD) variants built around 2006

The fail rate for each CR-V Mk2 (RD) variant, grouped by fuel. Each row counts fails per MOT test, the same way as the main fail rate chart.

Petrol

  • CR-V32.1%6,342 tests

Diesel

  • CR-V33.8%5,103 tests
All generations of this modelPlenty of data

Most common issues on Honda CR-V models of this age

This list covers every Honda CR-V built around 2006, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk2 (RD) on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    38.9%
    Advisory: 6,853Fail: 1,505 (18% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    23.4%
    Advisory: 3,858Fail: 354 (8% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Coil spring corroded

    13.4%
    Advisory: 2,149Fail: 275 (11% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Suspension part corroded, but not seriously weakened

    12.5%
    Advisory: 2,526Fail: 44 (2% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake pads wearing thin

    12.2%
    Advisory: 1,354Fail: 307 (18% of the times it was found)

Based on 11,445 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2006 (19 years old), the Honda CR-V Mk2 (RD) (2002-2006) fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 11,445 19-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. From 38,581 MOT tests on Honda CR-V models first registered between 2002-2006. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.