2006 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · YR56 ABU

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2024‑12‑04 at 117,250 miles, but the test recorded several advisories: offside rear suspension component mounting corrosion, damaged track‑rod end dust covers on both sides, and slight play in the rear anti‑roll bar ball joints. The maintenance trend shows improvement after two consecutive failures in December 2023, when brake binding, emissions faults, engine MIL warnings and extensive corrosion were reported. Repairs appear to have been carried out, as evidenced by the subsequent pass, yet the recurring corrosion and suspension play indicate that wear is not fully resolved. Mileage accumulation over the car’s 20‑year life totals 117,250 miles, averaging roughly 5,860 miles per year, which is low for the age group. The record shows a sharp rise of 4,051 miles between the 2023‑12‑07 failure at 111,825 miles and the 2023‑12‑15 tests at 115,876 miles, suggesting a period of intensive use. After that, mileage progressed only 1,366 miles to the December 2024 failures, then just eight miles to the final pass, indicating long intervals of low or nil usage and possible storage. A buyer should inspect the areas highlighted by the history: the rear suspension mounting for corrosion, the track‑rod end dust covers for tears that could allow contamination, and the rear anti‑roll bar ball joints for excess play. Brake operation must be checked for binding, and the rear service brake should be tested for smooth release. The offside rear inner‑drive shaft CV boot is severely deteriorated and should be examined for oil leakage, while the front coil spring shows corrosion that could affect ride height. Subframe and inner‑sill corrosion are evident; a lift‑check will reveal the extent of rust and any previous welding repairs. Tyre condition, especially the nearside front tyre noted as worn close to the legal limit, requires close scrutiny. Front brake discs were recorded as worn, pitted or scored but not seriously weakened; a visual inspection under the vehicle will confirm whether resurfacing or replacement is needed. The engine MIL was inoperative on the 2024‑12‑02 failure, so the electronic fault memory should be cleared and the system checked for stored codes. Finally, any advisory repairs carried out in late 2023 should be verified as completed to ensure the vehicle’s structural integrity and suspension reliability are restored.