2005 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · OW05 FEH

The vehicle currently meets roadworthiness standards for the 2026 test on 105,941 miles, though a significant gap in the MOT record suggests a potential trend of increasing wear. The most recent test on 2026-01-24 at 105,941 miles was passed, indicating the vehicle has maintained a consistent mechanical condition that year. However, the absence of a record from 2025-01-21 at 97,857 miles creates a notable gap, which may indicate that the owner or previous owner skipped routine inspections during this period, potentially leading to accelerated component degradation. The mileage pattern reveals a clear accumulation of wear that contrasts with the low-mileage age of the car. While the vehicle is approximately 21 years old with 105,941 miles, the test history shows a rapid increase in mileage from 97,857 miles in early 2025 to 78,404 miles in January 2023, a drop of over 19,000 miles. This rapid depreciation suggests that the vehicle has experienced significant wear on consumables and structural components, particularly in the suspension and brakes, which are the most common failure points for older models. The lack of a record from 2024-01-20 at 87,540 miles further highlights that the owner may have been absent or the vehicle was not serviced during this gap, allowing for accelerated failure of the front brake disc and pad. Consequently, a buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to verify the condition of critical components such as the suspension, brakes, and drivetrain. The history indicates that the brake pad, disc, and track rod end ball joints have been damaged or deteriorated, which may signal a serious structural risk or a history of poor maintenance. While the front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint showed slight play in the September 2023 test, this is a minor consumable wear item compared to the widespread corrosion and wear of the brake systems. The overall trend is one of deteriorating mechanical integrity, necessitating immediate and thorough inspection of the suspension bushings, coil springs, and binding calipers to rule out hidden structural issues before the vehicle reaches the road.