2008 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · NA08 XVM

The 2008 Honda CR‑V is currently roadworthy, having passed the most recent MOT on 2024‑04‑16 at 185,844 miles with no defects recorded. Although earlier tests in March 2024 and November 2023 returned failures with no defects noted, the latest pass suggests the vehicle’s mechanical condition has stabilized. The mileage profile shows roughly 10,325 miles per year, consistent with the vehicle’s 18‑year age, but the record reveals rapid accumulation: 8,500 miles were logged between the November 2023 test at 175,119 miles and the March 2024 test at 183,619 miles, and a further 2,225 miles in the 28 days before the April 2024 test. A buyer should therefore focus on the components that repeatedly triggered failures despite the absence of recorded defects: suspension bushes and coil springs, which can develop play or binding without obvious visual signs; rear brake calipers and discs, which may exhibit binding or uneven wear; and structural rust around the wheel arches, chassis rails and exhaust system, which can compromise integrity over time. A thorough in‑person inspection should include a check of suspension geometry, brake pedal feel, and a visual assessment of the chassis for corrosion, as these are the most likely sources of the intermittent failures indicated by the historic record.