2018 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · RC53 JMS
2018 Honda CR-V (2.0L, petrol). First registered 18 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 42,559 miles. MOT expired on 06 Nov 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- HONDA CR-V
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,559 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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RC53 JMS Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 03/11/2025
- 42,559 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RC53 JMS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Honda Cr-V (RC53 JMS) between August 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
RC53 JMS Mileage History
- 08/08/202215,901 mi
- 31/08/202327,299 mi+11,398 mi
- 07/11/202437,221 mi+9,922 mi
- 03/11/202542,559 mi+5,338 mi
Average of roughly 8,232 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Honda Honda CR-V Mk4
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- VTC Actuator Noise (Petrol Models)Moderate
A brief grinding or rattling sound for 1–2 seconds on a cold start is common, caused by a faulty Variable Timing Control actuator.
- Warped Brake RotorsModerate
Due to the car’s weight, front brake discs can warp prematurely, causing vibration under braking.
- DPF and EGR BlockageModerate
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