2004 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · CW53 NLG

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of structural corrosion and suspension-related wear. While the most recent test in November 2023 at 133,187 miles passed, it flagged recurring issues including worn offside rear Macpherson strut bushes and general underside corrosion. The transition from a significant failure in June 2021 to subsequent passes suggests the owner has addressed critical safety faults, yet the underlying structural degradation of the chassis and suspension components remains an ongoing concern. At 133,187 miles over 22 years, this CR-V averages approximately 6,000 miles per year, which is consistent with low-useage patterns. The record shows a notable gap in testing between November 2022 and November 2023, during which the vehicle covered over 12,000 miles. Since the last MOT was recorded over two and a half years ago in November 2023, the vehicle is now significantly overdue, increasing the risk that unmonitored components and mechanical parts have deteriorated since the last professional inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension mounting points. The tester has consistently identified corrosion on the front subframe, suspension arms, and structural mounting areas since 2020. Particular attention should be paid to the inner and outer sills and the rear vehicle structure, as previous tests noted corrosion in these areas despite maintaining structural integrity. Furthermore, the history of worn ball joints, perished dust covers, and coil springs indicates that the suspension geometry is nearing the end of its service life and may require comprehensive replacement to maintain handling safety.