2010 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · LB60 AOC

The Honda CR-V holds a valid MOT following the December 2024 test at 121,231 miles, though the maintenance trend points toward deteriorating structural integrity and neglected consumables. The tester flagged slight play in both steering rack inner joints and corrosion in the rear suspension component mounting prescribed areas on both chassis rails during the most recent examination. While these items passed, they signal an ongoing decline. The vehicle failed its initial attempt on the same day due to a nail in the nearside rear tyre and below-minimum tread depth, indicating basic tyre upkeep was deferred. A recurring pattern of nearside rear tyre wear and a previously failed offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint highlight inconsistent attention to the undercarriage. Covering 121,231 miles over sixteen years equates to roughly 7,577 miles annually, a typical annual distance for a vehicle of this age. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent, with the car covering 5,434 miles between the December 2022 test at 110,039 miles and the November 2023 test at 115,473 miles, followed by 5,758 miles over the subsequent year leading to the December 2024 test at 121,231 miles. Such steady usage suggests regular commuting rather than prolonged standing, though the MOT records lack comprehensive service receipts to confirm whether routine mechanical upkeep matched this consistent mileage. A physical inspection must prioritize the rear chassis and suspension components. The tester repeatedly noted corrosion in the rear suspension mounting prescribed areas, and while currently deemed non-excessive, this structural corrosion requires close scrutiny to ensure it has not worsened since the December 2024 test. The persistent wear on the nearside rear tyre, noted as worn on the edge in November 2023 and found with low tread in December 2024, strongly suggests rear misalignment or deteriorating suspension bushes. Buyers should also check the steering rack inner joints for play and examine the rear brake discs, which were advisory for pitting and scoring in December 2022. The offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint was replaced after its November 2023 failure, but verifying its current condition alongside the overall state of the undercarriage is essential.