2013 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · J5 PAT

The 2013 Honda CR-V presents a stable and largely reassuring roadworthiness profile through its most recent MOT on 18 August 2025 at 76,835 miles. The tester flagged only one advisory: both front track rod end dust covers starting to perish. This is a minor rubber deterioration item, not an immediate failure, but it signals the onset of wear on a critical steering component. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, with no recurring serious defects and no failures recorded across the entire five-year window from 2021 to 2025. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of very light use. Between August 2021 at 59,295 miles and August 2025 at 76,835 miles, the vehicle covered just 17,540 miles over four years, averaging roughly 4,385 miles annually. That is well below the typical UK annual figure of around 8,000 miles. The earlier years show a similar pattern: 3,176 miles between August 2022 and August 2023, and 6,847 miles between August 2023 and August 2024. Such low accumulation suggests the vehicle was used sparingly, possibly for short urban trips or long periods of inactivity, which can introduce its own concerns around brake corrosion, tyre perishing, and fuel system condensation. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and steering, given the perished track rod end covers noted in the most recent test. Once the rubber splits, water and grit ingress accelerates wear on the joint itself, so check for play or knocking on full lock. The offside rear tyre worn on the inside edge, flagged in the August 2023 test at 63,824 miles, points to possible rear wheel misalignment or a worn suspension bush. Inspect the rear tyres for uneven wear patterns and check the condition of rear suspension bushes and toe links. The insecure battery noted in August 2024 at 69,987 miles is a minor fix but worth verifying that the mounting bracket and terminals are clean and tight. Despite the low mileage, do not assume the underside is pristine. Request an underbody inspection focused on structural corrosion, particularly around the subframes, sills, and brake pipe runs, as standing vehicles can develop surface rust in critical areas. Check the condition of all brake discs and pads, since light use often leads to corrosion rather than wear, which can cause binding or uneven braking. The exhaust system and its mountings should also be examined for corrosion, especially if the vehicle has been doing short journeys that prevent moisture from burning off.