2010 Honda CR-Z 1.5L Hybrid electric · PO60 YVF

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT test on 18 August 2026 with no defects recorded, continuing the established pattern of passes that stretches back through 2022. The overall maintenance trend appears broadly stable, though not without emerging concerns. Across the 2023, 2024, and 2025 tests there is a clear and recurring theme of deterioration around the front suspension and steering joints, with ball joint dust covers on both sides repeatedly flagged as severely deteriorated and the nearside track rod end dust cover noted as damaged. The headlamp lenses have also progressively declined, moving from a product-on-lens advisory in 2024 to slightly defective lens condition in 2025, and the rear brake discs were noted as worn, pitted, or scored in both 2024 and 2025. While none of these items have yet caused a failure, the steady escalation of advisories and minor defects suggests that some front suspension components and rear brake discs may be approaching the point at which replacement becomes advisable. With 87,128 miles recorded against a 2010 registration, this Honda CR-Z has covered an average of approximately 5,446 miles per year over its life. This is a notably low annual figure for a vehicle of this age, which carries specific mechanical implications. Low recorded mileage can sometimes reflect genuine light use, but it also frequently indicates extended periods of standing, during which corrosion can take hold on brake discs, callipers can bind, rubber components can perish prematurely, and fluids can degrade through age rather than through use. A buyer should therefore not be lulled into a false sense of security by the modest odometer reading and should pay particular attention to time-related deterioration as well as wear-related deterioration. The repeated advisories on the front suspension components warrant close physical inspection before purchase. The ball joint dust covers on the front suspension arms have been flagged as severely deteriorated across consecutive tests, and once these boots split fully, contamination of the joint itself accelerates wear considerably. On a test drive, listen for any clonks or knocks from the front end when traversing speed bumps, kerbs, or uneven surfaces, and feel for vagueness or wandering in the steering. The nearside track rod end dust cover has also been flagged, so check for excessive play in the steering and uneven front tyre wear, particularly on the inner or outer edges, which would suggest the joint is beginning to fail. Given the recurring nature of these advisories, budgeting for replacement front suspension arms, track rod ends, or full steering rack refurbishment would be prudent if any symptoms are apparent. The rear brake disc advisories from 2024 and 2025, combined with the low-mileage profile, point towards corrosion pitting caused by infrequent use rather than wear from heavy braking. On inspection, run a finger along the edge of each rear disc to feel for a pronounced lip and check the surface for obvious pitting or scoring. With the car jacked, confirm that the rear callipers are not binding by spinning the wheels and ensuring they rotate freely without resistance, and listen for any scraping on the first few applications of the brake pedal. Beyond the recorded defects, the age of the vehicle demands attention to items that degrade with calendar time regardless of mileage: inspect all four tyres carefully for sidewall cracking or perishing, particularly on the inside tread where damage can be hidden, and check the production date codes on the sidewalls as tyres over six years old should be replaced regardless of tread depth. The 12V battery should be load-tested, as a sixteen-year-old battery is well beyond typical service life. Brake fluid and coolant should be assumed to require replacement if there is no documentary evidence of recent servicing, and the hybrid system battery health verified as this model relies on its IMA pack, which can deteriorate with disuse. Finally, examine the underside and wheel arches for corrosion, confirm the service book contains stamps or invoices verifying work has been carried out, and ensure any warning lights illuminate and clear correctly on ignition.