2006 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · AV06 YXB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The latest test in January 2026 at 165,187 miles showed a pass with only minor cosmetic damage to the windscreen and mirror. This follows a significant failure in February 2025, where the tester identified multiple mechanical and safety defects. While the vehicle has passed its most recent inspections, the recurring nature of suspension issues suggests that components are only replaced once they reach a point of failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,250 miles per year. Between February 2024 and February 2025, the car covered 8,315 miles, maintaining a steady usage profile. The most recent interval between February 2025 and January 2026 saw another 7,583 miles. This consistent accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which helps prevent the drying of rubber components and seals often seen in stationary cars of this age. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry. The 2025 failure highlighted a worn track rod end and lower suspension arm ball joint, following a 2024 advisory regarding a worn wishbone bush and anti-roll bar linkage. These faults indicate the front-end assembly is under significant stress. The buyer should check for play in all ball joints and inspect the rubber bushings for further tearing, as the record shows a clear pattern of wear in this specific area. The history also notes a non-excessive oil leak from the 2024 test at 149,299 miles. While this was noted as not excessive at the time, a physical inspection of the engine block and gearbox housing is necessary to ensure the leak has not worsened to something critical. Given the age and mileage of this CR-V, a check for structural corrosion on the sills and arches is essential, as the records do not explicitly detail structural integrity issues which are a common concern for this generation.