2015 Honda CR-V 1.6L Diesel · RWE 47

Seven recorded MOT tests between 2019 and 2026 all returned a pass result, with the most recent assessment on 5 August 2026 completed without any advisories or defects. The only flags of any kind across the entire visible history were twin advisories issued in August 2019 relating to slight binding on both rear service brakes, neither of which was deemed serious enough at the time to prevent a pass. The subsequent six tests have come back entirely clean, so the documented record demonstrates a stable and consistent pattern of roadworthiness over the last five years, with no recurring component flagged as a point of concern. The absence of any structural, corrosion, suspension, exhaust, or lighting advisories across the recent tests is notable for a vehicle now eleven years old. Annual mileage works out at roughly 6,682 miles per year, which is broadly in line with the typical accumulation rate for a car of this age and avoids the particular mechanical pitfalls associated with either extreme. There are no significant gaps in the testing history and no evidence of rapid mileage escalation between consecutive tests that might suggest inconsistent use or a change in operating conditions. At 73,506 recorded miles, the engine, transmission, and drivetrain components remain in a usage band where Honda CR-Vs of this generation are generally known to continue running without major intervention, and there is no mileage anomaly that would warrant particular concern beyond the standard checks appropriate to any used SUV. For a prospective buyer, the principal item worth focusing on during a physical inspection is the rear brake system, given that the 2019 advisories specifically noted binding on both rear calipers or mechanisms. On a test drive, listen for any dragging sensation, uneven deceleration, or pulling to one side, and feel for a rear brake that feels reluctant to release, which could manifest as the vehicle pulling slightly under gentle braking or a hot rear axle after a short drive. Although the advisories were minor and did not reappear in later tests, it is prudent to confirm the current state of the rear caliper slide pins, handbrake mechanism, and brake pad wear to ensure that no gradual seizing has developed in the years since. A thorough inspection should also include a close visual check underneath the vehicle for any corrosion on the rear subframe mounting points, suspension arms, and brake lines, given that no such defects were ever flagged but age and road salt exposure can introduce issues between MOTs. Pay attention on the test drive to any knocking from the rear suspension over uneven surfaces, as this can indicate worn bushes or coil springs that would not necessarily have been recorded as advisories if they remained within legal tolerance. Finally, a general under-bonnet inspection for any oil seepage from the engine or transmission, and a road test covering the full steering lock to lock, will help confirm that the consistent clean test record reflects the vehicle's true present condition.