2017 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · FX17 LMM

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a clear trend of reactive rather than proactive servicing. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 65,013 miles flagged high handbrake lever travel and a failed stop lamp, it highlighted thin rear brake pads. This follows a pattern established in February 2025 where all rear brake pads and discs were noted for wear, suggesting that the previous owner only addresses braking components once they reach the threshold of MOT failure. The mileage profile is consistent with a low-useage vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. Since the 2022 test at 31,797 miles, the car has covered roughly 33,000 miles over four years. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is not sitting idle for long periods, which generally benefits the mechanical seals. However, the low annual mileage relative to the nine-year age of the Honda means that rubber and plastic components may be subject to age-related degradation regardless of the low odometer reading. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and the rear braking system. The 2023 record at 38,513 miles identified perished track rod end dust covers and worn front suspension arm bushes. These components should be checked now to ensure they were replaced and have not progressed to causing steering play or uneven wear. Furthermore, the high handbrake travel noted in the 2026 test indicates the handbrake mechanism may be adjusting out or the rear drums have not been properly serviced following the pad replacement.