2016 Honda HR-V 1.5L Petrol · Y6 TNT

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deferred suspension repairs. The most recent test in March 2026 at 110,764 miles passed with only a minor advisory for light misting on the rear shock absorbers. This represents a slight improvement from the March 2025 failure where both rear shock absorbers were flagged for having reduced damping effects, suggesting the owner eventually addressed the primary mechanical failure but allowed the underlying oil leak to persist. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical annual-use cases, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year over its ten-year life. A significant gap of 18,243 miles occurred between November 2022 (64,368 miles) and March 2024 (82,611 miles), followed by a steady accumulation of roughly 14,000 miles in the following year. This consistent usage indicates the vehicle is driven regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which generally helps prevent internal degradation of rubber components and braking systems. A buyer should physically inspect the rear suspension assembly closely, as the shock absorbers have shown leakage since at least 2022. While the current advisory is only misting, the history of reduced damping suggests these components are nearing the end of their life. Additionally, the 2025 failure for thin rear brake pads indicates a need to verify the current state of the friction material and discs to ensure the work was carried out properly following that failure. The recurring issues with deteriorated registration plates and windscreen wipers suggest a pattern of only addressing cosmetic or minor items once they trigger an MOT failure.