2008 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · FL08 KPX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of deferred repairs regarding mechanical leaks. The most recent test in February 2024 at 131,694 miles shows a pass following a failure just three days prior. While the owner addressed the immediate failures involving the track rod end, anti-roll bar linkage, and stop lamp, issues with the power steering rack and front shock absorber persist. This suggests a reactive approach to maintenance rather than proactive replacement of aging components. At 131,694 miles over 18 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 7,300 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-use patterns for an older SUV. The record shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 6,600 miles driven between January 2022 and January 2023, and another 6,700 miles between January 2023 and February 2024. However, it has now been two years since the last recorded MOT, meaning the current condition of the seals, rubber components, and fluids may have deteriorated without official oversight. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the power steering system and front suspension. The recurring reports of seepage from the steering rack and misting on the nearside front shock absorber indicate these components are nearing end of their life and will eventually require significant costs. The nearside inner oil leak noted in 2023 should also be monitored to ensure it has not progressed into a driveshaft seal failure. Given the SRS warning lamp appearing in the 2024 failure, a diagnostic check of the airbag system is essential to ensure the fault was properly cleared and is not a hidden safety risk.