1997 HONDA CR-V2.0L PETROL

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is highly uncertain due to a complete lack of testing for the past twelve years. The last recorded MOT occurred in September 2014 at 175,437 miles, meaning the vehicle has not undergone an official inspection since it was seventeen years old. Based on the final available data, the maintenance trend was reactive rather than proactive, as the owner only addressed multiple failures including lighting bulbs, brake pads, and tyres immediately after failing the September 2014 test. The mileage history appears consistent with low-use patterns, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year between 2012 and 2014. The vehicle covered 7,269 miles between the August 2012 test at 163,170 miles and the July 2013 test just one year later. However, the twelve-year gap in records suggests the car has either sat stationary for long periods or operated without legal oversight. Such neglect often leads to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and internal corrosion within brake lines, regardless of how low the odometer suggests. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and structural integrity, as 1990s Honda CR-Vs are prone to significant rust in the sills and wheel arches. The 2013 failure for an oil leak necessitates a close look at the engine block and sump gasket to ensure seals have not become brittle. Given the previous reports of thin brake pads and cracked tyres, the entire braking system and suspension bushings should be checked for seized calipers and perished rubber, as these components are likely failure points after a decade of undocumented neglect.