2015 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · BJ15 LZK

The 2015 Honda CR-V presents a stable and largely well-maintained roadworthiness profile as of its most recent MOT on 27 June 2025, where it passed at 97,823 miles. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, characterised by the timely replacement of consumable items like brake pads and tyres before they become dangerous, though a recurring minor fault with the handbrake system persists. The tester flagged a low-performing nearside rear handbrake, a direct echo of advisories raised in both 2024 and 2023. This suggests a minor adjustment or cable wear that has not been fully rectified over three consecutive tests, though the vehicle remains safe to drive. A deteriorated rear registration plate was also noted, a trivial cosmetic issue. The mileage accumulation is consistent and predictable for an eleven-year-old vehicle. Between the August 2022 test at 78,796 miles and the June 2025 test at 97,823 miles, the car covered 19,027 miles in just under three years, averaging roughly 6,300 miles annually. The annual distance increased slightly from the 6,209 miles covered between July 2023 and July 2024, indicating steady, everyday use rather than long periods of inactivity. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record that would suggest clocking or prolonged standing. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the handbrake mechanism, specifically the nearside rear caliper and cable, given the repeated advisories. While the front brake discs were flagged as worn in 2023 and 2024, the subsequent 2025 test contains no such advisory, implying they were replaced. Confirm this work was done. The 2022 failure for exposed ply on the nearside front tyre and multiple worn tyres indicates previous owners ran items close to the legal limit. Check the date codes and condition of the current tyres carefully. With nearly 98,000 miles on the clock, a thorough inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and the condition of the exhaust system for corrosion is advisable, as these components endure significant fatigue on higher-mileage SUVs used for varied driving.