2003 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · YP03 LGA
2003 Honda CR-V (2.0L, petrol). First registered 11 Apr 2003. Recorded mileage 172,693 miles. MOT expired on 18 Jun 2025. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- HONDA CR-V
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 172,693 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YP03 LGA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 11/07/2025
- 172,693 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 22 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YP03 LGA 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 (YP03 LGA) between April 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 11 July 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Bodywork (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 28 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: “Front Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both front d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Rear Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))”.
YP03 LGA Mileage History
- 25/04/2023157,676 mi
- 04/05/2023157,845 mi+169 mi
- 13/06/2024166,587 mi+8,742 mi
- 20/06/2024166,617 mi+30 mi
- 11/07/2025172,693 mi+6,076 mi
Average of roughly 6,790 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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
Prospective buyers must verify if the extensive list of failures from July 2025—including the prop shaft joint, structural corrosion, and brake system—has been professionally rectified. Given the repeated failures of the inner sills and rear suspension mountings across 2023, 2024, and 2025, a thorough inspection by a welder is essential to ensure the vehicle is structurally sound.
Negotiate the price aggressively to account for the likely need for ongoing corrosion treatment and suspension overhaul. Ensure there is documented proof of the prop shaft replacement and brake system repairs, as these are critical safety items that have been flagged as seriously weakened or likely to fail.
Equipped with a 1998cc petrol engine, this CR-V will have higher fuel consumption than modern equivalents. Maintenance costs are likely to be elevated due to the vehicle's age and the recurring issues with corrosion and suspension components seen in the MOT records.
Annual costs will include a standard petrol tax band for a 2.0L engine of this era and insurance based on its group. Given the high mileage and history of failures, a higher budget for preventative maintenance is necessary. The estimated annual running cost is approximately £1,200-£1,600.
Prioritise a detailed inspection of the nearside and offside rear suspension mounting areas and the inner sills, as these have caused multiple MOT failures for reducing structural strength. Check the prop shaft for excessive play or vibration, as it was flagged as likely to fail in 2025.
Inspect the braking system thoroughly, specifically looking for pitted or scored discs and checking the brake pedal travel. Finally, examine all four tyres for cracking and perishing, as this was a recurring issue in the 2023 and 2025 tests.
This 2003 silver Honda CR-V has recorded 172,693 miles and a problematic MOT history. The vehicle has repeatedly failed tests due to structural corrosion in the sills and suspension mountings, alongside significant braking and suspension wear. The most recent test in July 2025 resulted in a comprehensive failure across multiple safety systems.
The CR-V has a respectable aggregate MOT pass rate of 82.5%, although corrosion and ball joint wear are common failure points for this model.
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