2015 Honda CR-V 1.6L Diesel · SA15 KVG

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent MOT test on 23 June 2025 at 66,009 miles passed after a failure involving multiple front suspension components. The tester flagged severely deteriorated lower suspension arm ball joint dust covers and a damaged track rod end cover, indicating that critical steering and suspension components are only being addressed once they reached a state of legal non-compliance. At 11 years old, the 66,009 miles represent an annual average of approximately 6,000 miles, which is consistent with low-mileage domestic use. The data shows a steady progression in mileage, with roughly 7,000 miles covered between July 2023 and July 2024, and another 8,000 miles between July 2024 and June 2025. This low mileage suggests the vehicle may have suffered from rubber-based component degradation due to age and sitting rather than high-frequency mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension assembly. The recurring issues with track rod ends and ball joint dust covers across the 2024 and 2025 tests suggest a pattern of neglecting perished rubber in the steering geometry. Furthermore, the July 2024 failure for front brake pads under 1.5mm and multiple tyres at the legal limit indicates the previous owner ignored basic consumable maintenance until it became hazardous. The buyer should verify the current state of the brake discs and check for any pitting or scoring noted in the 2023 advisory to ensure the braking system has not been further neglected.