2005 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · RJ05 BXS

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean passes to reactive repairs. The most recent test conducted in December 2023 at 164,872 miles identified immediate attention requirements regarding thin front brake pads and front tyres worn to the legal limit. This indicates that while the car is passing the test, the previous owner appears to only be addressing basic consumable items once they reach a failure point rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 164,872 miles over 21 years, the vehicle averages approximately 7,850 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for an SUV of this age. The records show consistent usage patterns, with roughly 8,000 to 9,000 miles covered between annual tests from 2020 through 2023. However, the failure in November 2022 at 155,068 miles due to high carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon levels suggests a past issue with engine combustion efficiency or sensor malfunction that required mechanical intervention to achieve the subsequent pass. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system, as the recent wear on the tyres and thin pads suggest potential alignment issues or neglected service intervals. Given the age of the Honda CR-V, a close check for structural corrosion on the rear subframe and chassis is essential as these are common failure points for this generation. The previous emissions failure in 2022 also warrants a check for any lingering exhaust smoke or rough idling during a test drive to ensure the engine remains stable.