2013 CHEVROLET ORLANDO1.8L Petrol

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent MOT in May 2025 at 113,665 miles passed with no defects, this followed a failure just three weeks prior due to a perished nearside front anti-roll bar linkage. The overall trend shows a vehicle prone to recurring mechanical wear, particularly within the suspension and exhaust systems, suggesting that components are only addressed once they reach a point of failure. At 13 years old, the recorded 113,665 miles represent a consistent annual average of approximately 8,700 miles per year. This usage pattern is stable across the record, with regular intervals of roughly 9,000 to 10,000 miles between annual tests from 2019 through 2025. However, the consistent mileage has not prevented the degradation of パー parts, as evidenced by the repeated failures related to exhaust components and springs which are typical of age-related metal and rubber-related fatigue. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the suspension and exhaust system. The history highlights a persistent issue with fractured coil springs, noted in 2020 and 2021, with further corrosion flagged on both sides in 2024. The exhaust flexi-pipe and mounting have been a recurring weakness point, with leaks and failures documented between 2019 and 2023. You should verify that the current exhaust system is secure and that the shock absorbers are free of the previously noted leaking or structural damage. Specific attention should also be paid to the engine bay and tyre condition. The offside front oil leak noted in 2024 requires a check to ensure it has not worsened into a significant gasket failure. Given the history of failing for tyre tread depth below legal limits in 2022 and 2023, the current state of the rubber must be evaluated to ensure the current owner is not neglecting basic consumable maintenance.