The HONDA CR-V (1997-02) 5DR STATION WAGON 2.0 144 LS AC AUTO4 is an early compact SUV: taller and roomier than a conventional family hatchback, with five doors, useful load space and an automatic gearbox. It helped bring the practical, high-riding SUV format to UK buyers before it became mainstream. mycarcheck.com records 40 checks across 31 different VINs, a useful but modest snapshot. The average private-sale valuation was £500, with average recorded mileage of 120,000 miles and annual mileage of 3,000. Vehicles had about 3.3 previous keepers on average, suggesting varied ownership histories; individual condition and paperwork matter greatly. This CR-V suits families and active buyers needing flexible space; its automatic eases town driving. An upright cabin, air conditioning and tailgate-mounted spare wheel give it distinctive practicality. Against small SUV rivals, it is valued for straightforward usability, but age makes fuel use, rust and maintenance worth checking closely before purchase.