2007 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · LB07 ABN

A recurring pattern of failures related to basic consumables and deteriorating braking components defines the roadworthiness history of this vehicle. The most recent recorded test on 11 January 2024 resulted in a pass, but only after a failure for a non-functional windscreen washer and a faulty position lamp. This followed a dangerous failure in January 2023 due to tyre tread depth below the legal limit, indicating a trend of operating the vehicle on worn tyres. The recorded mileage of 242,828 miles is high for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 12,780 miles per year. This high accumulation of miles suggests significant wear on all drivetrain components, suspension bushes, and engine mounts. Such usage typically results in accelerated degradation of the chassis and mechanical assemblies compared to lower-mileage counterparts. Specific attention must be paid to the braking system, as the January 2024 record flagged pitted and scored rear brake discs and thin offside front pads. On a test drive, feel for any pedal judder or listen for grinding noises during deceleration, which are common symptoms of scored discs. The previous recording of low power steering fluid also necessitates a check for steering heaviness or whining noises when turning the wheel at low speeds. The history of inner-edge tyre wear and a dangerous tread depth failure suggests a need to inspect the current wheel alignment and the condition of the suspension geometry. Check for uneven wear on the current tyres and listen for knocks or clunks over bumps. Additionally, verify that the split air intake pipe noted in 2022 was repaired, as a leak in this area can cause erratic engine idling or a loss of performance.