2006 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · BD56 VCU

The vehicle currently lacks a valid MOT certificate, having failed its most recent test on 14 April 2025 at 158,632 miles. The maintenance trend appears erratic. While the car passed without defects in March 2024, the most recent failure suggests an unresolved issue that has left the vehicle unroadworthy for over a year. The mileage is consistent with the age of a 2006 model, averaging roughly 7,932 miles per year. Usage patterns show a steady increase from 138,878 miles in August 2022 to 158,632 miles by April 2025. There are no signs of excessive mileage accumulation or prolonged periods of standing that would typically indicate engine seal degradation or seized calipers. The MOT record is unusually clean, showing no recorded defects or advisories across several years of testing. This lack of data is atypical for a twenty year old Honda CR-V, as one would expect to see mentions of suspension bush wear, coil spring corrosion, or brake disc pitting. The absence of any flagged items suggests either an exceptionally well-maintained chassis or a lack of detailed reporting by the testing stations. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underbody and suspension components. Given the age and the recent failure without listed defects, priority should be given to checking for structural corrosion on the sills and subframes. Verify the condition of the brake lines and ensure the drivetrain is free from leaks, as these are common failure points for this model that the provided record fails to document.