2018 Honda HR-V 1.5L Petrol · RX68 XHW

The vehicle maintains a clean and stable roadworthiness record, with the most recent MOT certificate issued on 16 June 2025 at 36,317 miles showing no defects. This clean bill of health suggests the car has been subjected to consistent, light usage and professional maintenance. The single failure recorded on 17 November 2023 at 27,461 miles was rectified immediately, as the vehicle passed the same day without any recorded faults, indicating a likely administrative error or a minor, easily resolved issue that does not point to a systemic mechanical failure. With an average annual usage of approximately 4,540 miles, the total odometer reading of 36,317 miles is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle. The mileage progression between November 2022 and November 2023 shows an increase of roughly 8,800 miles, followed by a slower accumulation of approximately 7,700 miles over the subsequent 19 months. This pattern confirms the car has not been subjected to heavy commercial or high-speed motorway use, which typically accelerates wear on drivetrain components and suspension bushings. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the effects of long-term standing rather than heavy wear. While the MOT history is pristine, low-mileage vehicles can suffer from seized brake calipers or surface corrosion on brake discs if left stationary for extended periods. Inspect the inner edges of the tyres for uneven wear patterns and check the exhaust system for signs of corrosion caused by short, infrequent journeys that prevent the system from reaching full operating temperature. The lack of recurring advisories suggests that the vehicle has been well-preserved, but a thorough check of the brake fluid condition and rubber coolant hoses remains a prudent step given the age of the vehicle.