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HONDA CR-V (2018)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 15,931 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

93%

Total Tests (2024)

15,931

Avg Mileage

46,102 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,350

Is the 2018 HONDA CR-V reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the HONDA brand average of 84%.

At 6 years old, 93% of HONDA CR-Vs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 15,931 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 46,102 miles.

How does the 2018 HONDA CR-V compare?

Rank among all 2018 cars172th out of 649(top 27%)
Rank among all HONDA models86th out of 422(top 20%)
vs national average+11% (82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average+4% (89% avg)
vs HONDA average+9% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2018 HONDA CR-V has 46,102 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a HONDA CR-V?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2000 model has the lowest at 65%. The 2018 sits between the two at 93%.

How much does a 2018 HONDA CR-V cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1597cc)
£905
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,350
Per month£113/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

HONDA CR-V by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202296%32620,832 mi
202196%13,28424,270 mi
202096%12,38929,574 mi
201996%15,14135,707 mi
201893%15,93146,102 mi
201791%20,23255,840 mi
201691%23,96265,255 mi
201590%23,53974,210 mi
201488%25,02983,042 mi
201387%23,93190,377 mi
201285%21,24994,887 mi
201183%17,179106,314 mi
201082%17,187111,296 mi
200979%16,755127,800 mi
200876%19,286133,540 mi
200774%26,436135,871 mi
200672%17,606137,398 mi
200570%16,222139,535 mi
200470%11,559135,916 mi
200369%9,218136,701 mi
200269%6,011141,722 mi
200170%2,186122,406 mi
200065%1,278122,901 mi
199967%1,607129,634 mi
199867%1,169126,291 mi
199770%268128,330 mi

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About the 2018 HONDA CR-V

The 2018 HONDA CR-V is a small family car with a 1597cc diesel engine. 15,931 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 46,102 miles at 6 years old, HONDA CR-V owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2018 HONDA CR-V Fuel Costs

The 1597cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 55 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £905 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2018 HONDA CR-V?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,350 (£113/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

HONDA CR-V Reliability Trend

Newer HONDA CR-Vs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 20 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2018 HONDA CR-V

At 6 years old, the HONDA CR-V offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. With 15,931 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2018 HONDA CR-V

The HONDA CR-V is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel small family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: