2015 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · LC15 HDU

The most recent MOT on 2026‑04‑09 at 96,209 miles ended in failure. The tester flagged items removed from the driver’s view, a near‑side rear child seat that prevents full inspection of the adult belt, and a near‑side front anti‑roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover that no longer prevents dirt ingress. Earlier tests show a pattern of recurring brake‑pad thinning, front‑tyre edge wear, and occasional lighting faults that have since been rectified, while the anti‑roll bar issue persists, indicating a generally deteriorating maintenance trend despite some improvements. Mileage accumulation has followed a typical annual pattern for an 11‑year‑old vehicle, reaching 96,209 miles—roughly 8,746 miles per year. The yearly increments were steady up to 2023 (around 9,000–10,000 miles each year) but slowed markedly in the last three years: only 5,559 miles between 2024 and 2025, and 3,245 miles up to April 2026. This deceleration suggests reduced usage in recent periods, and the MOT records remain evenly spaced with no significant data gaps. A buyer should inspect the anti‑roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover for dirt ingress, verify front brake pad thickness, and examine tyre condition—particularly the outer‑edge wear on the front tyres noted in several tests. Ensure any child seat fitted does not obstruct the adult belt inspection, check suspension bushes for corrosion, and test wiper blade effectiveness, as previous failures highlighted inadequate clearing. A visual check of the headlamp cleaning system and registration plate lamp is also advisable, given their past failures. Finally, assess brake discs and exhaust emissions for hidden wear or deterioration.