2007 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · GL56 UPV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in December 2025, but the maintenance history reveals a consistent trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed the latest test at 129,762 miles, the failure just two days prior at 129,758 miles highlights a critical oversight regarding basic upkeep. The trend remains stable in its level of neglect, as the owner appears to only address faults when they trigger an MOT failure rather than replacing components during service intervals. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 129,762 miles represents an average of approximately 6,800 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-mileage usage. The data shows regular annual testing with increments of 1,800 to 2,200 miles covered between each inspection from 2022 to 2025. This regularity suggests the vehicle does not sit for long periods, though the low mileage does not protect the rubber components from age-related degradation seen in the record. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension geometry, as the record shows recurring failures with ball joint dust covers and track rod ends. The 2024 test specifically noted severe deterioration of the nearside lower suspension arm, and the 2025 failure identified multiple perished perished boots across the front axle. The persistent pattern of tyres wearing on the outer edges from 2022 through 2025 indicates a chronic alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that have not been properly rectified. The braking system also requires attention. The tester flagged a binding nearside front service brake and thin rear brake pads in the December 2025 test. While these were cleared for the pass, the presence of a binding caliper suggests a sticking piston or slide pin that could recur. An physical inspection should check for uneven wear on the discs and ensure that the recent repairs actually resolved the underlying cause of the binding rather than just masking the symptom.