2003 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · SL53 EOX
2003 Honda CR-V (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 162,456 miles. MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025.
- Make & Model
- HONDA CR-V
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Nov 2025
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Dec 2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 162,456 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SL53 EOX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 04/11/2025
- 162,456 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SL53 EOX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Honda Cr-V (SL53 EOX) between November 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 04 November 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stre”; “Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))”.
SL53 EOX Mileage History
- 23/11/2023155,248 mi
- 23/11/2023155,249 mi+1 mi
- 05/11/2024158,809 mi+3,560 mi
- 06/11/2024158,810 mi+1 mi
- 04/11/2025162,456 mi+3,646 mi
Average of roughly 3,698 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Honda Honda CR-V Mk3
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Strong caution is advised. This vehicle
The primary concern is the November 2025 MOT failure regarding structural corrosion on the nearside front, nearside rear, and offside rear suspension mountings. You must verify if these have been professionally repaired and welded; if not, the cost of repair may exceed the vehicle's value.
Check the service history for any evidence of underbody rustproofing, although the MOT data suggests this has not prevented significant decay. Negotiate the price heavily to account for the structural repairs and the high mileage, or consider avoiding this specific example due to the severity of the corrosion.
As a 2.0L petrol model from 2003, fuel economy will be lower than modern SUVs. It falls into an older tax bracket and a moderate insurance group, but maintenance costs are likely to be high given the vehicle's age and the recurring suspension and brake issues noted in the records.
Typical annual costs will include fuel, road tax, and the necessity for frequent wear-and-tear replacements. Given the history of structural corrosion, you should budget for potential welding and chassis work in addition to standard servicing.
Prioritise a thorough inspection of the chassis and suspension mounting points, specifically the areas identified in the 2025 MOT failure (Nearside Front and both Rear mountings). Look for signs of 'patch' welding or surface-level paint used to hide rust.
Additionally, check the seat belt buckles and the rear passenger seat backrest, both of which have failed in previous tests. Verify that the engine mounting is now secure, following the 'excessively loose' failure recorded in November 2024, and check the condition of the rear coil springs.
This silver 2003 Honda CR-V has recorded 162,456 miles. The MOT history reveals a concerning trend, culminating in a November 2025 failure due to excessive corrosion in the suspension mounting areas that significantly reduced structural strength. While previous failures involved common wear-and-tear items like brake pads and bulbs, the current structural issues are critical.
The CR-V has a respectable average MOT pass rate of 82.5%, though aggregate data confirms that corrosion and ball joint wear are common failure points for this model.
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