2002 Honda HR-V 1.6L Petrol · BT02 OUC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in March 2026 at 126,614 miles resulted in a pass following failures for an ineffective front windscreen wiper and an offside rear registration plate lamp. While these are non-mechanical defects, the recurring nature of lighting and wiper issues across the last three tests suggests that the owner only addresses faults when prompted by an MOT failure, rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 24 years old, the recorded mileage of 126,614 miles represents a relatively low annual average of approximately 5,276 miles. The data shows consistent usage over the last two years, with 14,055 miles covered between March 2024 and March 2025, and another 10,875 miles in the year leading up to the 2026 test. Low mileage generally limits mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it increases the risk of rubber-based components degrading or seals drying out during periods of standing or low-distance travel. A buyer must physically inspect the nearside rear door mechanism, as it failed in March 2025 for being unable to open from the outside. The repeated failure of the windscreen wiper and washer system indicates that the linkages or motors may be nearing end of life. Given the age of this Honda HR-V, a thorough inspection for structural corrosion on the chassis, suspension mounting, and wheel arches is essential, as these areas are common failure points for this model that are not always captured by basic MOT advisories.