2013 Subaru XV 2.0L Diesel · EK13 RVV

The 2013 Subaru XV presents a generally stable maintenance profile, though the most recent MOT on 8 December 2025 at 86,045 miles reveals emerging front suspension wear that warrants attention. The tester flagged both the Nearside and Offside Front suspension arm pins or bushes as worn, though not yet resulting in excessive movement. This is the first appearance of suspension component wear in the recorded history, suggesting the vehicle has reached an age where front-end bushes and joints are beginning to deteriorate. The same test also noted a slightly discoloured Nearside Front headlamp lens and an Offside Front tyre worn close to the legal limit. None of these items constitute a failure, but together they indicate the car is entering a phase where consumable and structural components will demand closer monitoring. The overall trend is one of gradual wear accumulation rather than any sudden decline. The mileage progression is consistent and unremarkable for a vehicle of this age. Between the test on 12 December 2022 at 61,165 miles and the most recent test on 8 December 2025 at 86,045 miles, the car covered 24,880 miles over three years, averaging roughly 8,293 miles annually. This sits slightly above the long-term average of approximately 6,619 miles per year calculated from the vehicle's age, suggesting recent use has been marginally heavier than the historical norm. There are no alarming gaps in the record that would imply extended periods of disuse, and the annual testing pattern has been reliable and consistent. The recurring advisory for tyre wear, appearing in both the December 2024 and December 2025 tests on the Nearside Front and Offside Front respectively, points to possible alignment or suspension geometry issues that a buyer should investigate. Uneven or accelerated tyre wear on the front axle often correlates with worn suspension bushes, and the December 2025 advisory confirming worn front suspension arm bushes supports this connection. A pre-purchase inspection should include a thorough check of the front suspension geometry, wheel alignment, and the condition of all remaining bushes and ball joints. The slightly discoloured headlamp lens noted in the latest test is typically cosmetic but could indicate UV degradation of the polycarbonate lens, which may affect light output over time and should be verified at night. Beyond the flagged items, the vehicle's age and mileage mean a buyer should pay close attention to structural corrosion, particularly around the rear subframe, sills, and suspension mounting points, as these are common deterioration areas on Subarus of this generation. The exhaust system and its mounting rubbers should also be inspected for corrosion and condition. The December 2023 failure for an ineffective Nearside wiper was a minor defect and was resolved at the retest the same day, so it carries no lasting concern. Overall, the record suggests a vehicle that has been sensibly maintained without major mechanical failures, but one now showing the expected signs of age-related front-end wear that a diligent buyer should verify in person before committing.