2006 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · AV06 YXF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding the front suspension components. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 159,435 miles passed, it flagged worn nearside and offside front lower suspension arm pins and bushes. This follows a failure just six days prior at 159,328 miles due to damaged track rod end dust covers. The recurring nature of these faults suggests that the owner is reacting to components as they fail rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 159,435 miles over twenty years, the CR-V has averaged approximately 8,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent annual mileage, with roughly 6,200 miles covered between July 2023 and July 2024, and another 7,400 miles recorded in the year leading to July 2025. This regular use indicates the vehicle has not sat stationary, which explains the progressive wear observed on rubber bushings and ball joints. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front end to assess the extent of the play in the lower suspension arms. The tester has repeatedly identified issues with track rod ends and bushes across 2023, 2024, and 2025, indicating the entire steering assembly requires close attention. Check the subframe for deep structural corrosion around the suspension mounting points and verify that the rubber bushings are not hardened or cracked. Given the history of deteriorating dust covers, the integrity of all steering boots should be a priority to prevent further premature failure of the ball joints.