2005 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · BG55 VMY

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 4 March 2026 at 168,939 miles recorded a failure due to a non‑working nearside stop lamp and worn front Macpherson strut pins/bushes that showed movement within the allowable limit. This outcome follows a pattern of recurring stop‑lamp faults and persistent suspension wear, indicating a deteriorating maintenance trend rather than improvement. Mileage accumulation has been roughly 8,000 miles per year over the car’s 21‑year life, which is typical for its age. The log shows steady annual increases: from 133,902 miles in March 2020 to 143,886 miles in March 2022 (≈8,427 miles), then to 151,954 miles in March 2023 (≈8,068 miles), 160,162 miles in March 2024 (≈8,208 miles), 165,020 miles in March 2025 (≈4,858 miles) and finally 168,939 miles in March 2026 (≈3,919 miles). The recent slowdown suggests reduced usage, while the MOT coverage remains consistent from 2016 through 2026, with no extended gaps. A buyer should inspect the stop‑lamp circuit, verify the front Macpherson strut pins/bushes for excessive play, and examine the suspension arm pins/bushes for wear. The anti‑roll bar linkage joints on both front and rear should be checked for play or excessive wear, as the history shows progression from slight play to excessive wear. Brake pads must be measured; the 2024 failure noted nearside front pads below 1.5 mm. Inspect front coil springs for corrosion, shock absorbers for oil misting, and headlamp lenses for contamination. The windscreen damage recorded in 2016 and any rust spots should be assessed for structural integrity. A thorough pre‑purchase walk‑around will reveal whether these cumulative wear items have been adequately addressed.