2008 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · DX08 VLV

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, having passed the test on 2 July 2026 at 105,135 miles with no defects recorded. This follows a failed attempt just two days earlier on 30 June, when the nearside rear stop lamp and the offside front side repeater were reported as not working. That pair of electrical faults represents the most recent issue, now resolved. Over the preceding year, the maintenance trend is best described as stable rather than worsening. The 2025 test at 100,437 miles produced only minor advisories, including a wearing brake pedal and some tyre sidewall scuffing, neither of which reappeared in 2026. The pattern suggests a driver who addresses faults promptly once flagged. At roughly 18 years old, this CR-V has covered 105,135 miles, averaging around 5,840 miles per year, which is low for its age. The mileage accumulation has been gradual and consistent since the first recorded test in 2012, with no obvious gaps in the MOT history. Annual mileages have remained steady, typically between 4,000 and 6,000 miles, indicating light use rather than long periods of inactivity. There is no evidence of rapid mileage spikes that might suggest harsh driving conditions or towing stress. The vehicle appears to have spent much of its life in urban or suburban settings, which aligns with the tyre and brake wear noted in earlier tests. Buyers should pay particular attention to the braking system, given the recurring advisory about the brake pedal wearing smooth in both 2024 and 2025. While not a critical fault, it may indicate gradual wear on the pedal bush or linkage and warrants closer inspection of the master cylinder and servo. The exhaust system has shown signs of corrosion, with the rear flange and central mounting noted as defective in 2024 and 2025. Underbody inspection for further corrosion, particularly around the rear subframe and exhaust mounts, is advisable. The steering rack inner joint on the nearside front was flagged in 2024; checking for play or uneven tyre wear will confirm whether this has been addressed. Finally, the repeated tyre sidewall scuffing suggests careful parking or narrow garage access, but the tread depth should be verified across all four corners before purchase.