2017 Honda HR-V 1.6L Diesel · RO17 OKA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent inspection history indicates a lapse in proactive maintenance. While the car passed its MOT in early October 2025 at 65,609 miles, it failed just one day prior due to multiple serious mechanical defects. The tester identified significant fluid leaks on both nearside and offside rear shock absorbers alongside a deteriorated nearside front suspension ball joint dust cover. This transition from clean records to multiple failures suggests the previous owner only addressed issues upon MOT failure rather than servicing components before they failed. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per annum. Between October 2022 and October 2023, the car covered 4,941 miles, showing a very stable usage profile. The jump of 18,303 miles recorded between September 2024 and October 2025 represents a significant increase in annual usage. While lower mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain, the accelerated use stresses rubber components and hydraulic systems, which explains the sudden failures seen in the most recent test. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension system to ensure the repairs made in October 2025 were comprehensive. Specifically check the rear shock absorbers for any residual oil weeping and verify that the front ball joint boots are free of cracking or tearing. The presence of a nail in the offside rear tyre previously indicates that the tyre set should be inspected for internal structural damage or uneven wear. Since the vehicle had three clean records from 2022 to 2024, the structural integrity appears sound, but the recent mechanical failures necessitate closer attention to bushings and bushings.