2017 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · PE17 AAO

The 2017 Honda CR-V has maintained a passing MOT status with a consistent but concerning pattern of minor yet recurring issues, most recently confirmed on 6 January 2026 at 47,924 miles. While no major structural or safety-critical failures have been recorded, the trend of repeated brake and tyre advisories suggests neglect of basic maintenance. The offside front brake pads have been flagged as "wearing thin" in both the 2025 and 2026 tests, indicating a gradual but unsustainable reduction in thickness. The near-side front tyre has also shown persistent damage—first with a cut in 2023, then worn close to the legal limit in 2025—before receiving another superficial cut in the latest test. These advisories imply that previous owners either deferred replacements or failed to address them promptly, which could escalate into binding calipers or uneven tyre wear over time. The vehicle’s mileage progression of roughly 5,300 miles per year is unusually low for a nine-year-old car, particularly given the sparse MOT history before 2022. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests spans 1,000 miles over a year, while the 2023 to 2024 interval covers 4,588 miles in just over a year—suggesting either limited use or extended periods of inactivity. The most recent MOT, just six months old, aligns with the DVSA’s 12-month renewal cycle, but the lack of earlier tests before 2022 makes it difficult to assess whether critical components like suspension bushes or coil springs were ever inspected. The 2022 entry notes only minor wiper blade wear, a common consumable issue, while the 2023 test was clean—an anomaly that could indicate either a brief period of diligent care or an oversight in recording faults. A buyer should prioritise an immediate inspection of the front brake system, particularly the offside pad thickness and near-side disc condition, as the repeated advisories suggest uneven wear. The near-side front tyre’s history of cuts and edge wear warrants a thorough examination for underlying issues such as misalignment or damaged wheel bearings. Given the low mileage and sparse MOT history, the suspension components—including coil springs, bushes, and struts—should be visually inspected for corrosion or excessive play, especially in the wheel arches and sills. The 2024 MOT’s mention of a near-side rear tyre cut, now over two years old, raises questions about whether this has been repaired or if further damage has occurred. Structural integrity, particularly around the wheel arches and sills, should also be checked for signs of rust penetration, as prolonged periods of inactivity can accelerate corrosion.