2005 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · LS05 UWK

The 2005 Honda CR-V passed its most recent MOT on 6 November 2025 at 76,185 miles, though the tester flagged two advisories: suspension rust and an offside rear service brake binding but not excessively. The maintenance trend is broadly stable but not without recurring concerns. The vehicle has passed every test since November 2022, yet the pattern of advisories around suspension condition and braking components suggests age-related deterioration is being managed rather than fully resolved. The November 2023 test cycle is particularly telling, as the car failed on the same day for a worn offside rear brake disc, thin brake pads, a minor exhaust gas leak, and perished front suspension arm bushes, then passed a retest later that day after repairs. This indicates the owner is addressing failures promptly, but the underlying wear keeps returning. The recorded mileage of 76,185 miles across roughly 21 years works out to approximately 3,628 miles per year, which is low for a vehicle of this age. The annual increments are consistent: 4,095 miles between November 2022 and November 2023, and 4,139 miles between November 2024 and November 2025. There are no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps in the odometer record, suggesting steady, light use rather than long periods of standing. Low annual mileage can reduce wear on drivetrain components, but it does not protect rubber bushes, brake surfaces, or structural metalwork from age and corrosion. A buyer should pay close attention to the rear braking system. The offside rear brake disc was significantly worn and the pads were below 1.5 mm in November 2023, and by November 2025 the same corner was flagged for binding. This could point to a caliper that is not fully releasing, a sticking slide pin, or a handbrake mechanism issue. The nearside rear and front brakes should also be inspected for uneven wear or corrosion given the vehicle’s age. The suspension requires similar scrutiny. Front suspension arm bushes were perished and cracked in November 2023, and the November 2025 advisory for suspension rust indicates ongoing corrosion rather than a one-off surface issue. A physical inspection of subframe mounting points, coil spring seats, and rear trailing arm bushes is advisable. The minor exhaust gas leak at the middle pipe joint flagged in November 2023 was repaired in time for the retest, but exhaust systems on vehicles of this age can develop further leaks at flexi-joints, back boxes, and mounting rubbers. A cold start inspection will reveal any fresh blowing or ticking from the manifold or mid-section. The central stop lamp fault from the 2023 failure was also rectified, though any intermittent lighting issues should be verified on test. Overall, the record shows a vehicle that is roadworthy and maintained reactively, but a pre-purchase inspection focused on rear brake function, suspension bush condition, and structural corrosion is strongly recommended.