2011 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · YR61 BFJ

The most recent MOT on 2025-07-01 showed the vehicle passed with three minor defects: a minor exhaust gas leak in the engine bay, a worn nearside rear anti-roll bar bush, and slight play in the nearside track rod end. However, a failed MOT just 24 hours earlier (2025-06-30) revealed more severe issues, including multiple tyre defects (cuts, ply exposure, and near-limit wear), excessive wear on both rear anti-roll bar linkage joints, and a faulty rear direction indicator. This suggests the vehicle was in a compromised state shortly before the pass, raising concerns about whether all issues were fully resolved. Recurring mechanical patterns include persistent exhaust leaks (since 2022), anti-roll bar joint wear (initially slight, then excessive by 2025), and tyre degradation (wear near legal limits and structural damage since 2024). These issues indicate progressive wear on suspension components and tyres, likely due to normal usage over 15 years. The anti-roll bar problems worsened from "slight play" to "excessive wear" between 2022 and 2025, suggesting a deteriorating condition that may require inspection. The vehicle’s mileage of 105,051 miles over 15 years equates to ~7,003 miles annually, which is typical for its age. This does not strongly indicate heavy use or prolonged under-use, but the recurring suspension and tyre issues may reflect consistent stress on these systems. The recent failure and subsequent pass imply intermittent maintenance, but unresolved defects like exhaust leaks and anti-roll bar wear could persist. A buyer should prioritize inspecting the suspension system for further anti-roll bar wear, checking tyre tread depth and structural integrity, and verifying the exhaust system for leaks or corrosion.