2004 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · RE54 AFV

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following a same-day retest on 3 October 2025 at 84,008 miles, but the maintenance trajectory shows a clear downward trend. The initial test that day recorded multiple failures and advisories, including incorrect headlamp aim, a non-functional offside front position lamp, and thin nearside front brake pads measuring approximately 3mm. The tester also flagged deteriorating suspension components, specifically a severely degraded nearside front lower ball joint dust cover, slight play in both nearside anti-roll bar linkage ball joints, and a worn offside rear upper suspension arm bush. While the immediate failures were rectified to secure a pass, the concentration of suspension and braking wear indicates progressive mechanical degradation rather than isolated consumable replacement. The odometer reading of 84,008 miles aligns with the vehicle age, averaging roughly 3,800 miles annually over two decades. This low accumulation suggests periods of limited use or long storage intervals, which often accelerates rubber component perishing and joint corrosion despite minimal road wear. The mileage progression remains steady between tests, climbing from 45,051 miles in August 2013 to 76,367 miles by August 2023, before jumping to 77,162 miles in October 2024 and stabilising at the current figure. No anomalous rollbacks or sudden spikes appear in the record, confirming consistent usage patterns, though the extended gaps between major service intervals likely allowed minor suspension advisories to develop into the more pronounced wear seen in the 2025 inspection. A thorough physical examination must prioritise the front and rear suspension geometry.