2008 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · LR08 WBZ

The most recent official DVSA examination for this 2008 Honda CR-V was conducted on 23 December 2025 and resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that the vehicle satisfied all statutory roadworthiness requirements on the day of test. Looking at the broader pattern, there are two consecutive passes in late 2023 and early 2025, each immediately preceded by a same-day failed test where no defects were captured in the digital record. While the absence of recorded defect codes on the failures prevents a precise diagnosis, the fact that the vehicle subsequently passed at the same or adjacent test station suggests minor rectification work was carried out between the failure and pass entries. Overall, the maintenance trend can be regarded as broadly stable, with the owner evidently keeping the vehicle in a roadworthy condition and addressing issues promptly enough to achieve a pass each year, although the recurring failure-pass pairing is a point worth questioning with the seller regarding what remedial work was actually undertaken. The recorded mileage of 115,613 miles over an 18-year service life equates to an annual average of approximately 6,423 miles, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and consistent with moderate mixed-use driving. There are no obvious anomalies such as implausibly low mileage that would suggest extensive standing periods, nor any sharp escalation in recorded figures between tests that would indicate a discrepancy in the odometer reading. This average annual figure is sufficient to keep mechanical components, lubricants, and seals working without the specific risks associated with very low mileage vehicles, while not being high enough to suggest excessive wear on major drivetrain components. That said, at this odometer reading, age-related degradation of ancillary items should still be expected regardless of the mileage covered. Given that the digital MOT record is clean and devoid of advisories, there is no specific defect history to interrogate further, and physical inspection must therefore focus on age and usage-related deterioration common to a CR-V of this vintage. Particular attention should be paid to the tyres, where despite legal tread depth the sidewalls may exhibit perishing or cracking from prolonged exposure to UV light and ozone, which can compromise structural integrity well before the tread is worn down. The 12-volt battery is likely to be several years old and should be load-tested or replaced preventatively, as flat battery failures are a common cause of non-starts in vehicles of this age. Brake discs and calipers should be examined for surface corrosion and any signs of binding, as standing moisture during wet periods can lead to uneven pad transfer or seized slider mechanisms, often manifesting as pulling to one side, brake shudder under heavy application, or unusual juddering at low speed. The suspension and steering linkages, particularly the front lower wishbone bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, and rear trailing arm bushes common to this generation of CR-V, should be physically inspected for cracking, perishing, or play, with a road test conducted over uneven surfaces to listen for clonks or knocking noises that would indicate worn bushes or tired coil springs. A thorough check underneath the vehicle for fluid leaks from the engine, automatic or manual transmission, and rear differential is also advisable, as sealing compounds harden with age and may weep even on a low-mileage example. Finally, verify the service book history to confirm regular oil and filter changes, and consider a precautionary replacement of brake fluid, coolant, and any power steering fluid on a calendar basis rather than purely mileage intervals, as time-based fluid degradation can compromise system performance independently of use. A pre-purchase inspection by a Honda specialist or independent garage remains strongly recommended given the vehicle's age.