2005 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · SF55 BLO

The most recent MOT test on 28 June 2025 confirms the vehicle passed without defects, though the preceding failure in June 2023 reveals a pattern of deferred maintenance that has since been addressed. The 2023 failure—with issues spanning lighting, tyres, suspension bushes, and ball joint dust covers—suggests the vehicle was driven for nearly a year after critical components had deteriorated beyond minor tolerances. The subsequent tests in 2024 and 2025 show no further faults, indicating either professional repairs or owner attention to the previously flagged areas. However, the 2023 failure itself was not catastrophic, and the lack of recurring advisories in later tests implies the vehicle has since been maintained to a passable standard. Still, the gap between the 2023 failure and the 2024 retest (a full year) raises questions about whether intermediate work was performed or if the vehicle was left stationary. The mileage progression suggests unusually light usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging just over 5,000 miles annually. This pattern is notable given the 2023 failure occurred at 87,438 miles, yet the previous test at 82,635 miles (just 4,773 miles earlier) had passed without issues. The 2022 test at 82,635 miles was also clean, meaning the vehicle accumulated over 4,700 miles between tests without any intervening faults being recorded. While low mileage can indicate careful ownership, it also implies prolonged periods of inactivity, which may accelerate wear on fluids, seals, and rubber components. The absence of higher mileage spikes or irregular gaps suggests the vehicle was either stored or used intermittently rather than driven regularly. A buyer should prioritise an immediate inspection of the front suspension components, particularly the ball joints and their dust covers, as these were severely deteriorated in 2023. The front tyres at that time were also worn close to the legal limit, suggesting tread replacement is imminent. While the 2025 test passed without mention of brakes, the 2023 failure did not explicitly state binding or uneven wear, so a thorough brake inspection—including caliper binding, disc thickness, and pad condition—is essential. The rear exhaust leak in 2023, though minor, warrants confirmation that it has been repaired, as exhaust system failures can indicate corrosion or structural fatigue. Finally, given the vehicle’s age and the 2023 suspension issues, a visual check for rust penetration in wheel arches, subframes, and sills is advisable, as this is a common failure point in older CR-Vs.