2013 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · CU13 PTO

This 2013 Honda CR-V has just passed its MOT on 5th June 2026, but the recent history reveals a worrying pattern of structural and suspension degradation. While the mileage of 105,619 is typical for a 13-year-old vehicle, suggesting standard usage, the mechanical condition is trending downwards. The most significant risk is widespread corrosion. The vehicle has a long-standing history of corrosion on the front and rear subframes, as well as all four lower suspension arms. Most alarmingly, a failure just days before the most recent pass showed an offside rear Macpherson strut that was seriously weakened and a fractured coil spring. This indicates that the corrosion is no longer just superficial but is actively compromising the structural integrity of the suspension components. There is also a recurring issue with corrosion on the brake hoses and deteriorating tyres. While the vehicle has passed its most recent tests, the sheer volume of advisory items regarding corrosion across the chassis and suspension suggests that the vehicle is entering a phase of more expensive, heavy-duty repairs. The trend is worsening. What began as "not seriously weakened" corrosion on subframes and arms has progressed to a serious failure involving a broken spring and a weakened strut.