2020 Honda CR-V 2.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · WU70 AKF

This Honda CR-V passed its most recent MOT test on 15 May 2025 with no defects recorded, confirming it remains roadworthy under current DVSA standards. The consistent pass history over three consecutive tests—2023, 2024, and 2025—indicates no recurring mechanical failures or advisory issues that would suggest a worsening condition. However, the lack of defects does not preclude the need for a thorough private inspection, particularly given the vehicle’s low mileage and the absence of any advisory notes that might have prompted pre-MOT servicing. The recorded mileage of 16,559 miles at the time of the latest test reflects unusually light usage for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging just 2,760 miles annually. This pattern is evident in the MOT intervals: the car accumulated only 4,134 miles between its 2023 and 2024 tests and 7,279 miles between 2024 and 2025. Such low mileage could imply prolonged periods of inactivity, which may accelerate wear on components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers due to lack of motion. Conversely, it may also suggest the vehicle has been stored in a manner that mitigates some degradation, though this cannot be confirmed without further inspection. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should prioritise examining the suspension system for dry-rotted bushes or degraded coil springs, particularly if the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary. The brakes, though not flagged in tests, warrant scrutiny for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the car has been rarely driven. Tyres, while not mentioned in the MOTs, should be checked for uneven tread wear or signs of prolonged underinflation, which could result from infrequent use. Structural integrity—including underbody corrosion and subframe condition—should also be assessed, as low-mileage vehicles often develop hidden rust issues from exposure without movement. The absence of advisories in past tests does not guarantee these areas are free from deterioration.