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MOT valid

2011 HONDA CR-V2.0L Petrol

PY61 ABF

Vehicle Insight Summary

Considering this 2011 HONDA CR-V? It's a Petrol with a 1997cc engine showing 105,705 miles. MOT is valid and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT
Valid
Expires 13/03/2027
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
2011
Engine
1997cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive mechanical care. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 105,705 miles passed with only an advisory for a worn offside front tyre, the previous three years show a consistent pattern of failing on consumable items. The mechanical condition appears stable but neglected, suggesting that components are only addressed once they reach a point of failure during the annual inspection. At 105,705 miles over 15 years, the CR-V reflects an average of approximately 7,000 miles per year, which is typical for its age. The record shows a clean period between 2016 and 2018 where the vehicle passed with no defects at under 58,000 miles. However, the frequency of recorded faults increased significantly as the vehicle aged and mileage climbed, with a notable jump of over 15,000 miles between October 2018 and March 2020 that likely coincided with accelerated wear on the suspension and braking systems. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension and braking assembly. The tester repeatedly flagged thin brake pads and pitted discs between 2022 and 2024, indicating a lack of routine service intervals. The failure in March 2024 due to an ABS warning lamp also requires verification to ensure the sensor or module has been properly rectified rather than simply cleared of codes. Additionally, the 2025 failure on a worn anti-roll bar linkage and the recurring reports of uneven tyre wear suggest that wheel alignment and suspension bushings may require a professional assessment to prevent premature tyre degradation.

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Vehicle Public Record vs. Hidden Financial Risk

70
/ 100 · Average
DVSA MOT History: Verified

Public MOT roadworthiness: Average.

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
Hidden Legal & Financial Status: PENDING

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Salvage
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Scrapped
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Destruction
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 30 Jul 2026, 05:52
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive mechanical care. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 105,705 miles passed with only an advisory for a worn offside front tyre, the previous three years show a consistent pattern of failing on consumable items. The mechanical condition appears stable but neglected, suggesting that components are only addressed once they reach a point of failure during the annual inspection. At 105,705 miles over 15 years, the CR-V reflects an average of approximately 7,000 miles per year, which is typical for its age. The record shows a clean period between 2016 and 2018 where the vehicle passed with no defects at under 58,000 miles. However, the frequency of recorded faults increased significantly as the vehicle aged and mileage climbed, with a notable jump of over 15,000 miles between October 2018 and March 2020 that likely coincided with accelerated wear on the suspension and braking systems. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension and braking assembly. The tester repeatedly flagged thin brake pads and pitted discs between 2022 and 2024, indicating a lack of routine service intervals. The failure in March 2024 due to an ABS warning lamp also requires verification to ensure the sensor or module has been properly rectified rather than simply cleared of codes. Additionally, the 2025 failure on a worn anti-roll bar linkage and the recurring reports of uneven tyre wear suggest that wheel alignment and suspension bushings may require a professional assessment to prevent premature tyre degradation.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Honda Cr-V (PY61 ABF) from 2011 show a total of 5 MOT tests between March 2024 and March 2026.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 60% pass rate, with 3 passes and 2 failures recorded. A decent overall history, though the failure record warrants a closer look for any patterns.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 9 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 1 failure item has been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.

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ADVISORY