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2003 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · EAT 2L

EAT 2L

2003 Honda CR-V (2.0L, petrol). First registered 02 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 109,945 miles. MOT valid until 22 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
HONDA CR-V
Year / Origin
2003 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 22 Oct 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
Recorded Mileage
109,945 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 22 Oct 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Oct 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2003
Engine
1998cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This 2003 Honda CR-V shows a remarkably clean MOT history, with no recorded defects or advisories over the last three years. The vehicle passed its most recent test in October 2025 with 109,945 miles on the clock. While there were brief failures recorded in 2023 and 2025, these appear to be administrative or minor technical glitches rather than mechanical failures, as no specific defects were logged against the vehicle. The overall condition trend is stable and impressive for a vehicle of this age. The low average annual mileage of roughly 4,780 miles suggests the car has been used sparingly. However, because low mileage can sometimes indicate that a vehicle has sat idle for extended periods, you must be wary of potential issues related to lack of use, such as seized brake components, perished rubber seals, or stale fuel systems. The lack of recorded advisories is a positive sign, but it does not guarantee that the car is free of hidden wear. Given the age of the vehicle, the primary concern is the degradation of components that do not always show up on a standard MOT test, such as suspension bushes, cooling system hoses, and the condition of the drivetrain fluids. When you inspect the vehicle in person, your first priority should be to check for signs of corrosion on the underbody and suspension mounting points, as these are common areas of concern for a 23-year-old car. Listen carefully for any unusual noises from the engine or transmission during a test drive, and verify that all electrical features and the air conditioning system function correctly.

EAT 2L Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2025
  • 109,945 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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EAT 2L Mileage History

  1. 23/10/2023105,994 mi
  2. 24/10/2023105,994 mi
  3. 16/10/2024108,197 mi+2,203 mi
  4. 16/10/2025109,923 mi+1,726 mi
  5. 23/10/2025109,945 mi+22 mi

Average of roughly 1,974 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

EAT 2L MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Oct 2026, 02:01
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Honda Cr-V (EAT 2L) between October 2023 and October 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 23 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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