2012 Honda Stepwagon 2.0L Petrol · GD62 OKB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a trend of deferred rubber-component replacement. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 121,426 miles passed, it revealed several new advisories regarding the steering and tyres. The presence of perished nearside and offside front track rod end dust covers, alongside a worn nearside front tyre, suggests that the owner is addressing faults only as they approach failure thresholds rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging 8,700 miles per annum. The record shows steady progression with 11,622 miles covered between October 2023 and September 2024, and another 10,699 miles between between 2024 and 2025. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent fluid degradation, despite the accelerated wear of rubber components noted in the MOT history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The September 2024 test flagged severe deterioration of the suspension arm ball joint dust covers on both sides, which was followed by perished track rod end dust covers in 2025. These recurring issues indicate the front steering components are reaching the end of their life. You should check for play in the joints and ensure no new boots are leaking grease. Furthermore, the uneven wear noted on the nearside front tyre suggests an alignment issue that requires professional adjustment to prevent further premature tyre failure.