2013 Honda CR-V 2.2L Diesel · LD63 CSU

The vehicle's most recent MOT test on 4 August 2026 resulted in a Pass, with only minor advisories relating to a child seat restricting inspection of the nearside rear adult belt and slight deterioration of the rear registration plate. Neither of these observations is mechanically significant, but when stepping back to review the overall maintenance pattern, the trend is broadly stable rather than consistently clean. Across the recorded history there are recurring advisory items concerning tyre wear on both axles, fluctuations in the front brake servo's effort, and a failure in August 2023 that cited excessive parking brake lever movement indicating incorrect adjustment, alongside a notable exhaust fumes entering cabin defect. All of these were addressed and rectified at subsequent tests, and no items have reappeared as failures, which suggests the vehicle has been properly maintained in the intervening period. The trajectory is one of periodic, typical wear-and-tear rectification rather than any structural or systemic deterioration, but a prospective buyer should not assume the car is entirely trouble-free simply because it currently passes. With 147,480 miles accumulated over thirteen years, the Honda CR-V has covered an average of roughly 11,345 miles per year, which sits comfortably within normal parameters for a family SUV of this age and is neither garaged long-term nor exceptionally high mileage. The MOT records show tests taken at regular annual intervals without large gaps, indicating the vehicle has been in active, consistent use rather than left standing. This kind of usage pattern is generally beneficial mechanically, as it avoids the corrosion and fluid degradation issues that plague low-mileage or stored vehicles, and it gives confidence that consumable wear items such as tyres, brake pads, and timing-related services are likely to have been replaced on a usage-based rather than purely calendar-based schedule. Given the overall mileage, however, attention should be directed towards higher-wear drivetrain components that do not feature on an MOT test, including the dual-clutch or automatic transmission fluid, transfer assembly, and rear differential oil. Examining the recurring advisories more closely, the front brake servo fluctuation noted at both the 2023 failure and the subsequent 2023 pass suggests an intermittent issue with brake pedal feel or servo assistance, potentially linked to vacuum supply, servo diaphragm wear, or sticking brake caliper slides. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for any grinding or squealing from the front discs, feel for pulling to one side under firm braking, and check that the pedal remains firm and consistent without excessive travel. The repeated advisories regarding tyres worn close to the legal limit on inner edges across multiple test dates indicate a possible tracking or suspension geometry concern, most commonly worn suspension bushes, droop links, or top mount bearings, and any uneven inner-edge wear should be inspected on the current tyres along with a check of rear camber and tracking settings. The August 2023 parking brake adjustment failure was corrected and has not reappeared, but the mechanism and rear drums or calipers should be confirmed to hold the vehicle on an incline, and the cable and lever assembly checked for corrosion or fraying given the vehicle's age. Beyond the recorded MOT items, a thirteen-year-old Honda CR-V with this mileage warrants several physical and service-history checks before purchase. The tyres themselves should be examined for sidewall perishing and cracking, which is common on older vehicles regardless of tread depth, and the spare or spacesaver should be checked for age-related degradation. Brake discs, particularly the rear units if drum or solid type, may exhibit corrosion pitting or binding caliper issues from heat cycling and infrequent heavy use, so a road test should include several firm stops from moderate speed to confirm smooth operation without shudder. The 12V battery is likely due for replacement given its age, and the buyer should verify the air conditioning compressor operation, as Honda systems of this era are known for compressor clutch and condenser failures. Finally, the service book should be scrutinised for evidence of cambelt or chain replacement, automatic or manual transmission fluid changes, coolant renewal, and spark plug intervals, as these time-and-mileage based services are critical on a high-mileage Honda and will form the basis of any meaningful negotiation on price.