2013 Subaru XV 2.0L Diesel · SF63 XAY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding mechanical neglect and deferred repairs. While it passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 at 55,330 miles, it failed just five days prior due to multiple critical defects including a fractured nearside front coil spring, legal-limit tyres, and failed lighting components. The transition from a pass in 2025 to a significant failure in 2026 suggests that the owner is only addressing faults when forced by the testing process rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,250 miles per year. There is a visible gap in records between June 2024 (41,481 miles) and May 2026 (55,326 miles), where the car covered over 14,000 miles. This low usage pattern often correlates with the age-related degradation of rubber components, evidenced here by the recurring corrosion on brake hoses and the deterioration of suspension bushes and coil springs which fail due to time rather than high mileage. A prospective buyer must scrutinise the front suspension and steering assembly, as the record consistently flags play in the offside front lower ball joint and steering rack inner joints since at least 2023. The braking system is showing signs of significant wear, with thin pads, pitted and scored discs, and a slight judder that indicates warped rotors or heat-related damage. Furthermore, the tester noted corrosion on the integral body structure; while not currently a structural failure, this level of rust represents a long-term concern for the vehicle's longevity if it continues to progress.