2014 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · M17 AYC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in March 2026 at 85,470 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record indicates the onset of wear in the front suspension assembly. While the latest test flagged deterioration on both the nearside and offside front track rod end ball joint dust covers, these did not cause a failure as they remained sealed. This suggests that the rubber components are beginning to reach the end of their service life. At 85,470 miles over twelve years, the Honda CR-V averages approximately 7,100 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a family SUV of this age. There is a notable jump in mileage between October 2024 and March 2026, where the vehicle covered over 16,000 miles in just seventeen months. This burst of activity follows the failure of the offside front anti-roll bar ball joint in March 2025, which was rectified immediately. Such irregular mileage patterns can sometimes accelerate the wear on suspension bushings and braking components. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension geometry, given the history of issues with ball joints and anti-roll bar links. The tester noted damaged track rod dust covers in 2026, which indicates the steering components may require replacement soon to prevent premature joint failure. Furthermore, the pitted offside rear brake disc noted in 2023 at 65,529 miles warrants a physical check of the current thickness and surface condition to ensure the corrosion has not progressed beyond acceptable limits following the recent high mileage increase.