2016 Honda HR-V 1.6L Diesel · GV65 VVP

This 2016 Honda HR-V presents an exceptionally clean DVSA roadworthiness profile, with the most recent test on 6 February 2026 returning a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, matching the clean results seen across the 2025 and 2023 tests. The sole anomaly in the record is the failed test on 16 January 2024, which was retested and passed the very next day with no defects recorded, suggesting a minor rectification issue that was addressed immediately. The absence of any advisories over the entire five-test history spanning three years indicates no emerging wear items have been flagged by the examining station, which is a notably strong indicator of structural and mechanical integrity for a vehicle approaching its tenth anniversary. There is no pattern of recurring suspension, brake, or corrosion concerns in the official record to raise concern. With 112,199 miles accumulated over roughly ten years of life, the annual mileage averages around 11,220 miles per year, which sits comfortably within typical usage parameters for a privately owned SUV of this age. This steady accumulation pattern suggests the vehicle has been in regular service rather than subjected to extended periods of standing or, conversely, to the higher wear rates associated with extreme high-mileage use such as motorway fleet driving. The continuous annual testing cadence with no multi-year gaps implies the car has remained on the road consistently, with the odometer reading progressing in a logical, unbroken fashion. Mechanically, this usage profile means consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and drive belts will have experienced normal wear rather than the accelerated degradation that often accompanies high-mileage examples, though the sheer mileage still warrants scrutiny of items like the clutch (if manual), CV joint boots, and engine mount condition. Given the clean advisory history, there are no specific flagged components to prioritise on inspection, but the overall mileage still dictates a thorough physical check of the usual high-wear areas. On a test drive, listen for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed bumps and uneven surfaces, particularly from the lower wishbones and anti-roll bar linkages, as these are common HR-V wear points at this mileage even when not yet flagged. Check for any steering vagueness, pulling to one side under moderate braking, or vibration through the steering wheel which could indicate warped front brake discs given the odometer reading. Inspect the underside visually for any seepage from the engine sump, transmission, or power steering rack, and examine the exhaust system for corrosion at the joints and mounting rubber, as a ten-year-old vehicle with this mileage will naturally be approaching the end of original exhaust component life even if the MOT has not yet flagged it. For the buyer, the lack of recorded advisories means there is no DVSA-documented guidance to follow, so a precautionary inspection of the brake fluid and coolant condition, along with a scan for any stored engine management fault codes using an OBD-II reader, would be prudent given the mileage. Confirm the service history independently through paperwork rather than relying on the MOT record alone, as MOT testing does not cover engine oil condition, filter replacement, or timing chain tensioner status. Pay particular attention to the rear brake drums or discs during the test drive, applying gentle sustained braking to feel for any binding or judder that might suggest a seized caliper or worn handbrake mechanism. Finally, verify that all tyres are of matching brand, size, and tread depth across the same axle, and check the spare for correct inflation, as the MOT record will not capture gradual tyre wear between tests.