2012 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · LL62 BMY

A notably sparse but consistent MOT history defines this 2012 Honda CR-V, with the official DVSA record showing a clean slate across all recorded entries. The most recent test on 10 June 2025 returned a pass with no advisories or defects recorded, and this follows an identical pattern from the previous year, where a pass on 21 June 2024 was also issued with no advisories. The presence of failures immediately preceding both 2024 and 2025 passes is unusual; both 19 June 2024 and 10 June 2025 failed with no defects recorded, which in MOT terms typically indicates that the vehicle was presented for test before being ready, retested after repairs not itemised in the database, and subsequently passed without further comment. There are no recurring advisories for suspension components, brake pipes, underbody corrosion, or exhaust integrity, and the absence of any flagged monitoring items suggests the vehicle has not developed the structural or mechanical wear patterns commonly seen on CR-Vs of this age and mileage band. The recorded mileage of 95,097 against a 2012 registration gives an annual accumulation of roughly 6,793 miles, which sits comfortably within typical parameters for a privately owned family SUV of this era. The MOT history contains only three recorded mileage samples from 2023, 2024, and 2025, and within those entries there is no evidence of a sudden spike or an extended gap that would imply an off-road period or clock inconsistency. From a mechanical standpoint, this mileage profile points to moderate but consistent use, meaning the engine, transmission, and drivetrain will have experienced steady thermal cycling and load rather than the prolonged stagnation that can degrade rubber seals, brake hydraulic systems, and fuel system components. Equally, it has not been subjected to the very high mileages that accelerate wear on dual-clutch or torque converter assemblies, CV joints, and suspension bushes, so the major mechanical assemblies should remain within serviceable limits provided routine maintenance has been observed. For a prospective buyer, the clean advisory record makes a targeted inspection essential, since the absence of flagged items simply means the MOT tester did not consider any component sufficiently deteriorated to record. On the test drive, pay particular attention to the rear suspension assembly, as the CR-V is known for wear in the trailing arm bushes and rear shock absorber mountings; listen for clonks or shuffling over uneven surfaces, particularly when traversing speed bumps or potholes at low speed. The front subframe mounting points and lower suspension arms should be inspected visually for any surface corrosion or perished bush material, as these are common age-related deterioration points on second-generation CR-Vs. Steering response should remain precise without significant free play at the centre position, and any vagueness or knocking during turn-in could indicate worn tie rod ends or stabiliser bar drop links that have not yet reached advisory threshold. Given that no brake-related advisories have ever been recorded, the braking system should be evaluated directly on the road. The pedal should feel firm with no excessive travel, and any judder or vibration under moderate to heavy braking from speed would suggest warped front discs, a known consumable issue on higher-mileage CR-Vs. On cold start, listen for any timing chain rattle from the 2.0-litre or 2.2-litre i-CTDi engine, as these units can develop stretched timing components well beyond 90,000 miles. The i-VTEC petrol variants should be checked for any blue smoke on overrun, indicating oil consumption through worn valve stem seals. Finally, inspect the underbody thoroughly for any oil residue around the engine sump, transmission housing, and rear differential, as even minor seepage from these areas would be worth using as a negotiating point despite the clean MOT record.