2005 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · DY55 FHM

The MOT history for this Honda CR-V reveals a pattern of recurring wear on the suspension and braking components. In the most recent test in July 2025 at 192,212 miles, the vehicle passed despite several advisories regarding the offside rear lower anti-roll bar ball joint having play and pitted brake discs on both sides. The presence of a nail in the offside rear tyre and tread worn to the legal limit suggests a lack of proactive consumable maintenance. These issues mirror findings from the June 2025 test, where the vehicle failed due to worn brake pads, a leaking front shock absorber, and a damaged constant velocity boot. At 192,212 miles over 21 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 9,150 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for an SUV of this age. The record shows a consistent annual testing interval, with roughly 14,000 to 15,000 miles driven between tests in 2023 and 2025. However, the July 2024 failure at 182,041 miles highlighted excessive wear on front suspension bushes and an inoperative stop lamp, indicating that components are often only addressed once they reach a failure threshold rather than through preventative replacement. The mechanical trend suggests a vehicle that is functional but requires increasing attention to its aging hardware. The recurring mentions of the anti-roll bar joints and suspension bushes indicate that the chassis assembly is nearing the end of its service life. A buyer should specifically inspect the structural integrity of the chassis for corrosion, as the noted pitting on the brake discs often accompanies long-term exposure or thinning. While the vehicle currently maintains its MOT, the frequent advisories regarding tyres and suspension components suggest that further maintenance costs will be inevitable in the near future.