2013 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · OV63 VMC

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2013 Honda CR-V was conducted on 7 November 2025, resulting in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This clean outcome, combined with five consecutive passes stretching back to 2021, indicates a stable and well-maintained mechanical condition from a statutory roadworthiness perspective. The absence of any recorded advisories is particularly reassuring, as it suggests that no monitored components such as brake components, tyres, suspension parts, or exhaust elements were identified as being near the legal failure thresholds at the time of testing. Overall, the trend reflects consistent maintenance or conscientious driving habits, and there are no recorded warning signs of deterioration in the vehicle's structural or safety-critical systems. With 139,966 miles recorded against a 13-year-old vehicle, the CR-V is averaging approximately 10,767 miles annually, which sits squarely within the typical usage band for a car of this age in the UK market. This neither suggests heavy commercial use nor prolonged periods of standing, both of which carry their own distinct mechanical consequences. The mileage progression across the recorded MOT tests appears reasonably consistent, indicating regular use that should have kept the engine, drivetrain, and braking components properly exercised. That said, at this odometer reading, attention should rightly turn to age- and mileage-related wear items that fall outside the scope of the annual MOT inspection. Given the clean MOT history and the moderate annual mileage, the vehicle's mechanical record provides no specific defects to investigate. However, a prospective buyer should still carry out practical age-appropriate physical checks during a viewing and test drive. Begin with a thorough visual inspection of all four tyres, looking not just for tread depth but for sidewall perishing, cracking, or UV degradation, as tyres fitted when the car was newer may now be compromised by age even if the tread remains legal. Examine the brake discs for any signs of corrosion pitting or a lip of rust around the outer edge, which can indicate binding calipers or infrequent heavy braking. On the test drive, listen for any clonks or knocks from the suspension over uneven surfaces, which could point to worn bushes, drop links, or tired coil springs, and feel for any pulling under braking that might suggest a seizing caliper or warped disc. Verify the operation of the handbrake, particularly on any incline, and check for any warning lights on the dashboard, including the tyre pressure monitoring system and engine management light. Beyond the moving components, several time-based service items warrant verification before purchase. Request evidence of recent replacement of the 12-volt battery, as a thirteen-year-old original unit would almost certainly be at the end of its service life and prone to cold-start failure. Confirm that the cambelt or timing chain service interval has been observed according to Honda's schedule, and ask to see service history stamps or invoices for the most recent engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and automatic or manual transmission fluid changes, as brake fluid is hygroscopic and degrades on a calendar basis regardless of mileage, while coolant loses its corrosion-inhibiting properties over time. Finally, inspect beneath the bonnet for any signs of fluid leaks around the camshaft seals, valve cover gasket, or power steering components, and check the underside of the vehicle for corrosion on the subframes, brake lines, and exhaust mounting rubbers, paying particular attention to areas around the wheel arches and sills where Honda CR-Vs of this generation can be prone to surface corrosion. A compression test and a diagnostic scan for any stored fault codes would provide additional reassurance given the high overall mileage.