2006 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · LE06 EYL

The vehicle presents a concerning history of structural degradation and mechanical wear consistent with its high mileage. In the February 2024 test at 249,123 miles, the car passed despite the integral body structure being corroded, though structural rigidity was not yet significantly compromised. This follows a severe failure in November 2023 at 248,928 miles, where the tester identified excessive corrosion on the nearside inner sill near the suspension mount, seat belt anchorage, and the rear strut top mounting point. The presence of heavy undersealing suggests an attempt to mask this rust, but the recurring nature of the chassis corrosion indicates an advancing issue. With 249,123 miles recorded over 20 years, the vehicle has covered an average of approximately 12,456 miles per year. The record shows a consistent pattern of neglecting preventative maintenance. For instance, front suspension arm bushes and anti-roll bar linkages were flagged as worn or excessively worn across multiple tests between 2016 and 2023. The vehicle frequently presented with tyres worn to the legal limit or showing uneven edge wear, suggesting poor alignment or worn suspension components that went unaddressed. Mechanical issues also persist in the braking and drivetrain systems. The 2023 failure noted a leaking offside rear brake hose and imbalanced rear brakes, while earlier tests in 2016 highlighted a broken rear axle damper and a propshaft contacting the fuel tank protector. While the most recent MOT passed, the trend of significant structural corrosion in the sills and mounting points represents a long-term roadworthiness risk. A buyer should prioritize a thorough inspection of the inner sills and suspension points to ensure the corrosion has not progressed beyond the point of economical repair.