2002 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · XB02 AVK

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a worsening trend in its suspension and braking components. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 157,677 miles passed, it followed a failure one mile prior due to a non-functional seat belt and multiple mechanical defects. The persistence of severely deteriorated nearside and offside front-side lower suspension ball joint dust covers between 2025 and 2026 indicates a reactive approach to maintenance rather than proactive preventative care. At 24 years old, this 2002 CR-V has followed a consistent usage pattern, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. The data shows regular annual testing, with roughly 800 miles covered between the February 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 800 miles before the February 2026 inspection. This low annual mileage for a vehicle of this age often leads to the degradation of rubber components, such as the perished tyres and perished dust covers noted in the advisories. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry. The record repeatedly flags worn front suspension arm bushes and deteriorating ball joint boots, which will eventually lead to uneven tyre wear and steering instability. The braking system also shows signs of neglect, with the tester flagging binding brakes on the nearside front and offside rear units in both 2024 and 2026. These issues suggest sticking calipers or seized sliders that require immediate attention to ensure the discs are not overheating or wearing prematurely.