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Honda CR-V Mk3 (RE) (2007-2011) reliability

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Honda CR-V Mk3 (RE) built around 2011: fails its MOT less often than average

Honda CR-V Mk3 (RE) models built around 2011 fail their MOT less often than similar cars the same age.

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Key figure

23% of MOT tests on Honda CR-V Mk3 (RE) models built around 2011 ended in a fail (retests included), against 29% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Honda CR-V Mk3 (RE) models built around 2011 involves the tyres.

Honda CR-V Mk3 (RE)
excellent reliability2007-2011SUVPETROL / DIESEL

Based on 66,013 tests of CR-V models registered 2007-2011.

About 1 in 20 CR-V Mk3 (RE) MOTs (5.3%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2011 (14 years old), all fuels combined.

Based on 12,509 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 20 CR-V Mk3 (RE) MOTs (5.1%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2011 (14 years old).

Based on 12,509 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.

Mk3 (RE) fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
5,21722.4%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
12,50923.0%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
11,32424.8%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
11,69127.5%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
15,82230.5%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
9,45031.1%

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 18 years old.

How the CR-V Mk3 (RE) compares

At each age below, see how the CR-V Mk3 (RE) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 64,196 tests across 8 Honda models, built around 2011 (14 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateHonda average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
5,21722.4%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
12,50923.0%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
11,32424.8%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
11,69127.5%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
15,82230.5%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
9,45031.1%

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.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Tyres

Worth checking

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

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

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

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 Mk3 (RE).

  1. 1

    Lexus RX

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    21.4%

    No clear edge over the Honda CR-V Mk3 (RE) on these figures.

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

    2,366 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

  2. 2

    Mini (R60)

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    24.1%

    No clear edge over the Honda CR-V Mk3 (RE) on these figures.

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

    5,223 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

  3. 3

    Toyota RAV4

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    24.8%

    No clear edge over the Honda CR-V Mk3 (RE) on these figures.

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

    4,273 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

  4. 4

    Porsche Cayenne

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    15.3%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    6%
    Dangerous
    3.9%
    Still registered at 10 years
    84.8%

    Lower fail rate: 15.3%, against 23.0% for the Honda CR-V Mk3 (RE), both built around 2011.

    1,258 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

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

10 of the 42 CR-V Mk3 (RE) recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 6 Critical
  • 4 more

Top concerns

  • Passenger airbag may fail to deploy correctly
  • Airbag may fail to deploy correctly
  • Passenger side airbag may fail to deploy correctly

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

How CR-V Mk3 (RE) cars have aged

How CR-V Mk3 (RE) 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%1012141618Age at MOTBuilt around 2011, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 18.2% (7,752 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2011, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 19.8% (7,742 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2011, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 20.6% (7,476 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2011, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 22.0% (7,314 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2011, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 22.5% (7,053 tests, 2025 data)2011Built around 2010, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 19.4% (7,764 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2010, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 19.8% (7,604 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2010, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 22.0% (7,528 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2010, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 22.7% (7,191 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2010, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 23.5% (6,918 tests, 2025 data)2010Built around 2009, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 21.6% (8,645 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2009, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 23.0% (8,557 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2009, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 24.3% (8,306 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2009, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 25.5% (7,873 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2009, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 26.9% (7,339 tests, 2025 data)2009Built around 2008, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 24.1% (10,732 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2008, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 25.8% (10,480 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2008, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 26.1% (9,755 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2008, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 27.9% (9,132 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2008, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 29.8% (8,291 tests, 2025 data)2008Built around 2007, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 28.6% (14,434 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2007, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 28.9% (13,685 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2007, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 30.2% (12,580 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2007, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 31.1% (11,115 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2007, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 31.1% (9,450 tests, 2025 data)2007
First registered around 2011First registered around 2010First registered around 2009First registered around 2008
Mk3 (RE) variants compared

CR-V Mk3 (RE) variants built around 2011

The fail rate for each CR-V Mk3 (RE) variant, grouped by fuel. Each row counts fails per MOT test, the same way as the main fail rate chart.

Diesel

  • CR-V23.8%7,722 tests

Petrol

  • CR-V21.9%4,787 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 2011, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk3 (RE) on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

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

  1. 1
    Advisory

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

    23.4%
    Advisory: 4,250Fail: 367 (8% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

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

    19.9%
    Advisory: 3,450Fail: 630 (15% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Suspension part corroded, but not seriously weakened

    12.9%
    Advisory: 3,621Fail: 48 (1% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Minor

    Suspension ball joint dust cover badly deteriorated

    8.9%
    Advisory: 0Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    8.9%
    Advisory: 1,543Fail: 20 (1% of the times it was found)

Based on 12,509 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2011 (14 years old), the Honda CR-V Mk3 (RE) (2007-2011) fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 12,509 14-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 66,013 MOT tests on Honda CR-V models first registered between 2007-2011. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.