2011 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · GP06 DEX

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 30 December 2025, but the overall maintenance trend is concerning and appears to be worsening. While the car has consistently passed, the nature of the advisories has shifted from routine consumable wear to more systemic age-related degradation. Recent records highlight a progression from minor suspension play and tyre wear to more significant corrosion affecting the exhaust system, brake hose ferrules, and structural suspension components. With a recorded mileage of 82,907 miles over fifteen years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 5,527 miles per year. This is considerably low for its age and suggests a pattern of light usage or extended periods of standing. While low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, it often exacerbates the deterioration of rubber components and increases the risk of corrosion due to a lack of regular heat cycles and movement, which is evident in the current MOT history. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the braking system and suspension. The recent advisories regarding corrosion to the ferrules of three separate brake hoses indicate a systemic issue that may soon require the replacement of multiple lines to ensure safety. During a test drive, listen for knocks or clunks over uneven surfaces, which would indicate that the previously noted play in the offside rear anti-roll bar linkage or the worn nearside front suspension bush has progressed. The reported corrosion on the nearside rear Macpherson strut should be physically inspected for any signs of structural scaling or flaking. Given the low annual mileage and the history of tyre perishing and edge wear, a thorough inspection of all tyre sidewalls for cracking or dry rot is essential, regardless of the remaining tread depth. The presence of a nail in the offside rear tyre must be addressed immediately. Additionally, the previous advisory for an exhaust leak at the middle pipe flange suggests the exhaust system is succumbing to corrosion. Buyers should also verify the service history to ensure fluids have been changed based on time intervals rather than mileage, and check for brake disc corrosion or binding calipers which frequently occur in vehicles that spend long periods stationary.