2004 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · WP54 KMA

The 2004 Honda CR-V shows a history of deferred maintenance regarding its suspension and exhaust systems. In the most recent test on 9 August 2025 at 160,542 miles, the vehicle failed initially due to an inoperative offside front position lamp and multiple mechanical defects. While it eventually passed after repairs, the tester flagged significant play in both rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joints and severely deteriorated nearside front ball joint dust covers. These suspension issues mirror the advisories found in the July 2024 test, suggesting that the owner only addresses these components when they approach failure limits. With 160,542 miles recorded over 22 years, the vehicle follows a consistent pattern of approximately 7,300 miles per year, which is typical for a car of this age. The gap between the July 2024 and August 2025 tests shows only 1,073 miles, indicating low annual usage. However, the persistent presence of a minor exhaust leak at the rear joint of the catalyst across the 2023, 2024, and 2025 tests indicates a long-addressed issue that has not been rectified despite multiple inspections. Structural concerns are present but consistent with the vehicle's age. The 2024 record noted corroded coil springs all the round and general age-related surface corrosion under the vehicle. While no structural failures have been recorded, the recurring advisories for worn bushes and deteriorated boots suggest that the rubber and metal components are reaching their end life. A buyer should specifically inspect the integrity of the chassis and the state of the front suspension arms, as the documented history shows a trend of reactive rather than proactive maintenance.