2007 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · RF07 OJM

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 27 May 2026 at 156,202 miles, following a failure just three weeks prior. The failure was triggered by a dangerous structural bulge in the nearside front tyre, an ineffective windscreen wiper, and an inoperative registration plate lamp. While the car is currently compliant, the record reveals a persistent trend of suspension-related wear. All four coil springs were flagged as corroded, and multiple suspension arm bushes were noted as worn across the last three tests. This suggests that while the vehicle is roadworthy, the suspension components are reaching a state of significant degradation. At 156,202 miles over 19 years, the vehicle averages approximately 8,200 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a Honda of this age. The history shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 6,400 miles covered between the 2025 and 2026 tests. However, the recurring nature of advisories regarding worn bushes and corroded springs indicates that high-mileage components are failing in quick succession. The owner addressed the immediate safety risk of the tyre and wiper blade only after they threatened to cause a failure, suggesting a reactive rather than preventative maintenance approach. A buyer should prioritize a thorough inspection of the chassis and suspension mounting, as the corrosion on the coil springs has been documented for over a year without replacement. The worn upper and lower arm bushes are not yet causing excessive movement but will likely require replacement soon to maintain handling geometry. Additionally, the towbar bracket and exhaust mounting show signs of corrosion that, while common for this era, require monitoring for structural integrity. Given the age and the recent failure for a structural tyre defect, the condition of the remaining tyres should be verified physically to ensure no other units are suffering from the same sidewall damage that caused the previous failure.