2016 Honda CR-V 1.6L Diesel · LR16 DHA

A consistent run of clean MOT passes defines this ten-year-old Honda CR-V, with the most recent test on 7 April 2026 returning no recorded defects and the preceding 2025 examination equally unblemished. Across five tests spanning 2021 to early 2026, only a single advisory was ever logged, and that related solely to front tyre wear on both the nearside and offside positions in April 2024. There is no pattern of brake, suspension, exhaust, or structural advisories, no recurring fluid leaks, and no failed tests or refusals, which together point to a vehicle that has remained mechanically compliant throughout its documented road use. The absence of any corrosion advisories on the underbody or subframe areas is particularly notable for a CR-V of this vintage, given the known susceptibility of certain Honda models of this era to rear arch and suspension mounting corrosion. Mileage accumulation of 62,100 miles over a ten-year ownership period equates to roughly 6,200 miles annually, which sits squarely within typical parameters for a privately used family SUV. There are no implausibly large single-year jumps and no evidence of odometer rollback or clocking; the progression between tests is steady and plausible. The testing history also reveals a notable gap between the April 2024 pass and the absence of any recorded test in 2025 until the April 2025 pass, which may simply reflect a renewal date shift rather than a period off the road. This average, consistent rate of use suggests moderate wear across mechanical consumables rather than the accelerated degradation typically associated with high-mileage examples, and it aligns with a vehicle that has been driven regularly rather than left standing for prolonged periods, which can otherwise lead to seized brake calipers, deteriorated rubber components, and 12V battery issues. Given the advisory concerning both front tyres in 2024, a prospective buyer should prioritise a close inspection of the current front axle footwear and expect replacement to be due imminently if it has not already been carried out since. On a test drive, pay particular attention to steering feel, as uneven shoulder wear or feathering on the front tyres can manifest as a vague or drifting steering sensation, particularly at motorway speeds or during lane transitions. Listen for any rhythmic thumping or drone that increases with speed, which could indicate a deformed carcass in a tyre nearing the end of its service life. Check the sidewalls carefully for cracking or perishing, as a ten-year-old vehicle is likely running tyres that were not fitted when new, and confirm that the sidewall DOT date code shows manufacture within the last five to six years to avoid age-hardened rubber. Beyond the tyres, the absence of any advisories does not eliminate the need for a thorough physical inspection of the components most commonly affected by age and mileage on a CR-V of this generation. On the test drive, listen for clonks or knocks from the front end over uneven surfaces, which can indicate worn lower control arm bushes or anti-roll bar drop links, both known wear items on this chassis. Test the brakes firmly from around 40 mph to check for any judder or vibration through the steering wheel, which would suggest front disc warping, and pull away gently from rest to feel for any binding or pulling to one side that could indicate a seized caliper slide pin. Finally, inspect the rear suspension springs for any signs of sagging on level ground, and check the exhaust system for corrosion around the heat shield mountings and rear silencer joint, as these areas commonly deteriorate on higher-mileage examples regardless of MOT outcome.