2013 Honda CR-V 1.6L Diesel · ST63 ACX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards structural and suspension component degradation. While it passed its latest test in October 2025 at 106,071 miles, this followed a significant failure just two days prior. That failure revealed a fractured nearside front coil spring and headlamp alignment issues which were subsequently rectified. The presence of surface corrosion on the front suspension arms and rear sub-frame indicates that the vehicle is entering a stage where structural integrity will require close monitoring to prevent future failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,160 miles per year. There is a steady increase in usage observed in recent years, with the car covering 20,945 miles between October 2023 and October 2025. Earlier years of the vehicle's life, specifically between 2016 and 2019, showed remarkably clean records. However, the higher annual mileage has coincided with more frequent failures regarding consumable items like tyres and the onset of age-related wear on the chassis. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sub-frame and suspension arms to assess the depth of the corrosion noted in 2025. Although the tester described it as not yet seriously weakened, rust on these components often progresses over time. Particular attention should be paid to the park brake mechanism, as the 2025 advisory noted the adjustment is running out of leverage, suggesting the mechanism is reaching the end of its effective range. The oil leak mentioned in 2025 should also be monitored to ensure it remains non-excessive and does not evolve into a significant seal failure.