2012 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · RO12 FSC

The vehicle currently holds a valid roadworthiness status, but the maintenance history reflects a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in September 2025 at 144,232 miles showed a pass following a failure for both rear stop lamps and a worn offside rear tyre. While the immediate safety failures were addressed, the presence of corrosion on both front suspension arms indicates that structural metal components are beginning to degrade. This pattern suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they trigger an MOT failure. At 144,232 miles over 14 years, the CR-V has averaged approximately 10,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression is consistent, with roughly 9,000 miles driven between the 2024 and 2025 tests. This steady usage suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which generally helps prevent issues related to long periods of standing, but places standard wear on the rubber-based suspension components and braking system. A physical inspection must focus on the front suspension assembly. The record shows that anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers were flagged as severely deteriorated for three consecutive years from 2022 to 2024, indicating a long-term neglect of undercarriage components. The corrosion noted on the front suspension arms in 2025 requires close scrutiny to ensure the metal thinning does not lead to structural failure. The buyer should also check for uneven tyre wear patterns, as multiple advisories regarding tyres being worn on the edge suggest poor alignment settings or worn bushings.