2012 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · X50 LAB

A clean MOT history defines this 2012 Honda CR-V, with no advisories or component failures recorded across any of the documented tests. The most recent examination on 13 January 2026 returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing a stable pattern established since the only recorded failure on 13 December 2023, which was immediately followed by a clean pass the very next day on 14 December 2023. The absence of any structural corrosion advisories, brake component wear notes, or suspension concerns over multiple tests indicates a vehicle that has consistently met roadworthiness standards without any flagged deterioration. Given the mileage and age, the typical advisories for corroded rear brake pipes, worn suspension arms, or front subframe rust common to fourth-generation CR-Vs are notably absent from the DVSA record. Recorded mileage of 143,166 miles over fourteen years equates to an average annual accumulation of roughly 10,226 miles, which sits within normal usage parameters for a vehicle of this age. There are no extended gaps in the testing history that would suggest long periods off the road, and the regularity of annual MOT entries confirms the car has remained in active service throughout its life. At this mileage, mechanical expectations include wear on consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and timing chain components, though the lack of any recorded advisories suggests these items were either replaced proactively or remained within serviceable limits at the time of testing. The consistent annual testing also reduces the likelihood of dormant mechanical issues developing unnoticed. For a prospective buyer, the clean record does not eliminate the need for a thorough physical inspection, particularly given that MOT testing does not cover every mechanical aspect of a vehicle. The 2.0-litre and 2.2-litre i-DTEC diesel variants, if applicable, warrant attention to the timing chain tensioner and diesel particulate filter condition, as these are known concerns on high-mileage CR-Vs. A test drive should include firm braking at higher speeds to check for any pedal pulsation indicative of warped front brake discs, which is a common wear item on vehicles of this mileage. Listening for knocking or clonking noises from the front suspension over uneven surfaces is advisable, as front compliance bushes and lower arm bushes on this generation can deteriorate without necessarily triggering an MOT failure until wear becomes pronounced. During a viewing, inspect the rear underfloor and inner wheel arches carefully for surface corrosion on the brake pipes and fuel lines, as these areas are known to collect moisture and road salt on the CR-V, even when previous tests have not flagged them. The rear diff mount and tailgate strut mechanisms should also be checked, as the latter commonly fail on vehicles of this age, causing the tailgate to refuse to stay open. Verifying the operation of the dual-zone climate control, electric tailgate, and AWD system (where fitted) is worthwhile, as electrical faults on the rear door mechanism and HVAC blend motors are recurring issues. Finally, an engine compression test or a diagnostic scan for stored fault codes, particularly relating to the VSA system or ABS sensors, would provide additional peace of mind beyond the DVSA record alone.