2006 Honda FR-V 1.7L Petrol · FH55 JFU

A consistent pattern of recurring tyre degradation and consumable wear defines the roadworthiness record of this twenty-year-old Honda, which successfully navigated its latest MOT test on the fifth of May 2026 at 109,232 miles. While the vehicle holds a straightforward pass from this most recent examination, the history reveals persistent minor issues that require attention, including a prior failure in May 2023 caused by an ineffective windscreen wiper alongside compounding rubber and friction material advisories. Accumulating a total of 109,232 miles over approximately twenty years translates to an average of roughly 5,462 miles annually, representing a comparatively low usage rate for its age. This lighter-than-average driving tempo does not indicate any gaps in testing or prolonged periods of statutory off-road storage, as the history shows an unbroken, annual sequence of examinations. Mechanically, this steady utilization means the vehicle has avoided the accelerated wear associated with high-mileage fleet duties, though low annual mileage can occasionally concentrate wear on rubber components and suspension joints due to shorter urban journeys. During a physical inspection and test drive, immediate attention must be paid to the items flagged on the 2026 certificate, starting with the nearside and offside rear tyres, which were both recorded with slight damage, cracking, or perishing. Prospective buyers should inspect the tyre sidewalls for deep age-related fissures and verify the remaining tread depth. Similarly, the nearside and offside front brake pads were noted as wearing thin during the latest test, meaning the friction material should be visually checked through the alloy wheels and listened to for any squealing or scraping sounds under braking during the test drive. Further scrutiny should be directed toward the front suspension, where the nearside front suspension arm pin or bush was reported as worn without excessive movement. On a test drive over rough road surfaces or speed humps, the buyer should listen carefully for any knocking, clunking, or vague steering responses that would indicate this bush has deteriorated further and requires replacement. Checking these specific areas will ensure that the minor advisories logged during the recent MOT are addressed before committing to a purchase.