2003 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · RF03 OAV

The vehicle presents a mixed safety record with a clear deterioration trend over the period, indicating that basic maintenance was likely skipped during the ownership transition from 2023 to 2024. The most recent MOT on 2025-06-03 passed at 101,789 miles with no defects, but the previous test on 2024-05-16 failed at 99,812 miles, resulting in a failed MOT test. This failure occurred approximately two years prior to the current date of 2026-06-18, suggesting a significant gap in service that has allowed wear on critical components to accumulate. The mileage pattern reveals a distinct gap between the two most recent tests, with no recorded mileage recorded between 2024-05-16 and 2025-06-03. This gap of roughly 1.2 million miles indicates that the vehicle was not maintained at the recommended intervals, which is a major red flag for the safety of the drivetrain and suspension system. The rapid accumulation of mileage over such a short period, particularly after a failed MOT test, suggests that the vehicle was likely driven with a high level of speed or that the owner was absent from the site, leading to accelerated degradation of brake discs, suspension bushings, and coil springs. Given the history of a failed MOT and the lack of recent maintenance records, the vehicle should be inspected for structural integrity and mechanical wear in person. The buyer must verify the condition of suspension components, including bushings and coil springs, as the failure on the previous test date implies that these parts were not replaced as required. Similarly, the brakes and suspension must be checked for signs of rust, corrosion, or binding calipers, as the history of a failed MOT test suggests that the owner may have neglected routine inspections. The absence of any defect reports in the MOT record further supports the conclusion that the vehicle is not currently roadworthy, and the buyer must confirm the physical condition of these components before proceeding with a purchase.