2013 Honda Freed 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · LF12 KBP

The 2013 Honda Freed shows a mixed but largely stable roadworthiness trend over the past three years, with the most recent MOT on 2026-07-18 having just passed without defects. However, the failure in July 2025—just three weeks before passing—reveals a pattern of minor but avoidable oversights, particularly with lighting and tyres. The 2024 failure for the windscreen wiper suggests basic maintenance was neglected, while the 2025 tyre cut indicates a lack of proactive inspection. No serious structural or mechanical faults have been recorded, but the recurring advisories imply inconsistent upkeep rather than systemic issues. Mileage progression suggests typical usage for its age, averaging around 7,700 miles annually, with no abrupt spikes or prolonged stagnation. The gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests aligns with the standard 12-month MOT cycle, though the 2024 failure on the same day as the pass—likely a retest—raises questions about whether the vehicle was driven between tests. The 2025 mileage increase of roughly 11,000 miles in a year is within expected wear limits, though the rapid accumulation of faults in that period warrants closer scrutiny of consumable components. A prospective buyer should prioritise an inspection of the front headlamp assemblies, given the repeated failures in July 2025, which may indicate wiring or bulb issues rather than a single-point failure. The nearside front tyre cut from the same test is critical—this exceeds legal limits and poses an immediate safety risk if unaddressed. The 2024 wiper failure suggests either worn blades or a malfunctioning mechanism, both of which degrade visibility in adverse conditions. Beyond these, the absence of brake, suspension, or exhaust advisories in recent tests is reassuring, though the buyer should still verify the condition of rear brake binding (if previously noted), coil springs, and suspension bushes, as these are common wear items by this mileage. Given the vehicle’s age and the pattern of avoidable faults, a thorough check of structural corrosion—particularly around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe—is advisable. The lack of advisories on emissions or drivetrain components does not preclude hidden issues, so attention to fluid levels (brake, power steering, coolant) and the integrity of the exhaust system would be prudent. The most pressing concerns stem from the 2025 tyre and lighting failures, which, if unresolved, could recur.