2013 Volkswagen CC 2.0L Diesel · GV13 MJF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward mechanical wear as the mileage climbs. The most recent test in April 2026 at 198,549 miles identified a severely deteriorated nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot. While the vehicle passed, this failure follows a period of increasing advisories related to the suspension and tyres, suggesting that the car is entering a phase where components require more frequent replacement. The mileage profile is consistently high for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging over 15,000 miles per year. There is a significant jump in usage noted between January 2023 and April 2024, where the car covered 26,101 miles in just fifteen months. This rapid accumulation continued with another 14,307 miles recorded between the April 2024 and April 2025 tests. Such high annual mileage indicates long-distance motorway use, which explains the accelerated wear on the drivetrain and suspension-related rubber components. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the front-end suspension and wheel geometry. The 2024 test flagged worn bushes on both lower suspension arms and play in the rear anti-roll bar ball joints, coupled with reports of rear tyres wearing on the inner edges. This pattern suggests a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushings that will continue to prematurely thin tyres. The deteriorated CV boot noted in April 2026 also requires immediate attention, as grease leakage will eventually lead to a catastrophic failure of the drive shaft if not replaced promptly.