2007 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · KB57 AFZ

The vehicle shows a worsening maintenance trend regarding structural corrosion. While the 2022 test at 139,307 miles resulted in a pass, the record indicates significant oxidation across multiple critical components. The tester flagged corrosion on both the front and rear subframes, as well as all four lower suspension arms. Although these were noted as not being seriously weakened at the time of testing, the progression from the 2021 advisory regarding the rear silencer flange to the widespread corrosion seen in 2022 suggests an accelerating deterioration of the underbody metalwork. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 74,906 miles in 2015 to 139,307 miles in 2022. There are no significant gaps in the testing history between 2011 and 2022, which implies a regular annual inspection routine. However, the absence of any recorded MOT data after April 2022 is a significant concern. Given that today is July 2026, the vehicle is overdue for an MOT by more than four years, meaning its current legal roadworthiness is unverified and the mechanical state has likely degraded further since the last recorded entry. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough underside inspection to assess the true extent of the structural corrosion. The repeated mentions of subframe and suspension arm corrosion, alongside the heavily corroded exhaust silencer flange, indicate that the vehicle is highly susceptible to rust. The buyer should specifically check the integrity of the mounting points for the suspension and the subframe bolts. Because the last recorded brake issues involved pitted and scored rear discs in 2019 and 2020, the braking system should also be inspected for seized calipers or heavily corroded lines. Beyond the structural concerns, the history of failing on tyres and shock absorber leaks suggests that while the vehicle has been used regularly, some consumable maintenance has been reactive rather than proactive. The buyer should verify the current condition of all suspension bushes, shock absorbers, and tyre tread depths. Given the four-year lapse in documented testing, a comprehensive mechanical survey is essential to determine if the chassis remains safe for road use.