2008 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · RK08 LPF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the history reveals a trend of reactive maintenance rather than proactive preventative care. The most recent test in September 2025 at 100,491 miles showed the vehicle failing initially due to a bald front tyre and a split ball joint dust cover. While it passed upon re-test, the recurring presence of suspension-related issues like anti-roll bar bushes and ball joints suggests that components are only addressed once they reach a point of failure or imminent danger. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 100,491 miles is low, averaging approximately 5,583 miles per year. However, there is a significant surge in usage between August 2024 and September 2025, where the vehicle covered nearly 17,000 miles in just thirteen months. This low average annual mileage often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by the repeated reports of perished tyres and perished rubber boots seen in the 2023 and 2024 records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The record flags multiple instances of deteriorating suspension arm ball joint dust covers and worn bushes across three different years. These failures allow grit and moisture into the joints, leading to premature wear of the steering components. The 2024 advisory regarding corroded nearside rear shock absorbers should also be checked for active fluid leaks which would indicate the internal seal has failed. Attention is also required for the braking system and tyre management. The vehicle failed in 2023 with an offside front brake pad measured at well below the 1.5mm limit, and the consistent history of tyres being at the legal limit or perished indicates that the owner ignores basic consumable wear until an MOT failure occurs. Furthermore, the persistent presence of child seats preventing full inspection of the adult seatbelts across five years means the actual condition of the webbing and tensioners remains unverified by the official tester.