HONDA CR-V2002 · 2.0L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy and demonstrates a stable maintenance trend following a period of structural concern. Since the most recent test in November 2025 at 176,863 miles, the car passed with no defects recorded. This indicates that the mechanical and structural issues identified in previous years were addressed, and the vehicle has maintained a clean MOT record for the last two consecutive annual inspections. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. Between November 2022 and November 2025, the vehicle covered 11,559 miles, showing steady usage rather than erratic patterns. There are no significant gaps that suggest long periods of standing, which often leads to seized brake brakes and perished seals. The gradual accumulation suggests the car has been used for regular tasks, which generally benefits the health of the mechanical components on a Honda of this age. A buyer must perform a close physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically around the rear sills. The November 2023 failure highlighted excessive corrosion on the offside rear suspension component mounting area which significantly reduced the strength of the sill. While the vehicle has passed subsequent tests, corrosion on older chassis is often a progressive process. You should check for bubbling paint or fresh metalwork in that specific area to ensure the previous repair was structural rather than merely cosmetic. The suspension system also shows a history of wear, with faults regarding anti-roll bar linkage ball joints and dust covers flagged in both 2022 and 2023. Although these items were rectified, the buyer should test for play in the ball joints and check the condition of the remaining rubber boots across the drivetrain. Given the age and the high-mileage nature of the vehicle, verifying the state of the suspension bushes and dampers is essential to ensure no further mechanical failures are imminent.