2007 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · FE07 ONF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 152,286 miles passed, it resulted in a new advisory for thin offside rear brake pads. This follows a period of instability in 2024 and early 2025 where the vehicle failed multiple tests due to electrical and mechanical faults before achieving a passing grade. At 152,286 miles over 19 years, the car has averaged approximately 8,015 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent use, with roughly 3,500 miles driven between the March 2024 and March 2025 tests, and another 3,558 miles leading into the March 2026 inspection. This steady mileage accumulation suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, though the age naturally increases the risk on rubber components and seals. A prospective buyer must address the recurring nearside front oil leak which was flagged in March 2025. Although the tester noted it was not an excessive drive shaft seal leak at that time, persistent leaks on older Hondas can lead to failure if not monitored. The history also reveals past issues with the engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp being inoperative in both 2024 and 2025; the buyer should verify that this system is now fully functional and not masking active engine fault codes. The physical inspection should focus heavily on the braking system following the recent advisory for wear on the offside rear pads. Given the previous failures related to headlamps and bulbs, a thorough check of all external lighting and bulb integrity is necessary to ensure the repairs were permanent. The buyer should also inspect for structural corrosion on the sills and suspension mounting points, as these are common failure points for this generation of CR-V despite the relatively low mileage.