2003 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · LD53 AAK

The most recent MOT on 10 November 2021 recorded a pass at 109,116 miles, confirming that the vehicle met legal standards at that time. Earlier failures in 2021 and 2020 reveal a pattern of recurring defects, indicating that maintenance has not been consistently improving but that corrective work may have been undertaken before the latest test. The mileage shows a low annual average of roughly 4,744 miles for a 23‑year‑old CR‑V, suggesting long periods of inactivity. Mileage rose from 72,699 miles in 2014 to 109,116 miles in 2021, an increase of 36,417 miles over seven years, which points to a modest acceleration in usage while still remaining below typical high‑mileage thresholds. Recurring issues such as excessive seat backrest play, heavily perished and edge‑worn tyres, split CV boots, worn suspension bushes, and pitted brake discs appear repeatedly across multiple test dates, signalling deferred suspension and drivetrain maintenance and possible neglect of tyre replacement. The persistent tyre wear close to the legal limit and the presence of cracked sidewalls indicate a need for careful inspection of tyre condition and storage history. A buyer should therefore inspect the front and rear suspension components, paying close attention to ball joints, bushes and CV joints, verify the integrity of brake discs and pads, examine the seat backrest for looseness, and check tyre sidewalls for deep cracking. Any evidence of structural rust, fluid leaks, or abnormal play in the steering or braking systems should also be confirmed before purchase.