2007 Honda FR-V 1.8L Petrol · YT57 RBO
2007 Honda FR-V (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2007. Recorded mileage 136,345 miles. MOT valid until 06 May 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- HONDA FR-V
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 136,345 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YT57 RBO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2026
- 136,345 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YT57 RBO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Honda Fr-V (YT57 RBO) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is lik”; “Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
YT57 RBO Mileage History
- 02/04/2024128,475 mi
- 02/04/2025132,942 mi+4,467 mi
- 08/05/2025133,058 mi+116 mi
- 16/04/2026136,340 mi+3,282 mi
- 17/04/2026136,345 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 3,858 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Avoid this Honda FR-V unless it is being
Given the scale of the April 2025 failure, any prospective buyer should insist on a thorough independent inspection by a garage experienced with older Hondas, ideally on a ramp. The sill corrosion noted as advisories in 2025 and 2026 suggests the structural integrity is a live concern, and welding repairs to sill panels are common on FR-Vs of this age. Check that all the items from the April 2025 failure have been genuinely repaired rather than masked, including the suspension arm bushes, ball joint dust covers, and the missing wheel fixings. Negotiate hard on price to account for likely upcoming work on brakes, exhaust, and suspension components, and consider whether the cost of rectification justifies the outlay.
The 1.8-litre petrol FR-V typically returns around 32-36 mpg in mixed driving, with annual fuel costs in the £1,400-£1,700 range depending on mileage. Road tax falls in a higher band for a 1.8-litre petrol of this age, and insurance is moderate but parts availability for FR-V-specific items is becoming limited. With this vehicle's MOT history showing repeated brake, suspension, and exhaust work, budget an additional £600-£900 annually for maintenance, plus a contingency for potential structural repair. Estimated annual running cost is £1,800-£2,300.
The most pressing concern is the structural corrosion flagged at the sill mounting areas on both nearside and offside, which was severe enough to fail the 2025 test. Have the sills, inner arches, and subframe mounting points closely examined for rust perforation. Inspect all suspension components, particularly the front lower arms and bushes, the rear inner and outer suspension mountings, and the ball joint dust covers that were deteriorated in 2025. Check the brake discs and pads on all corners, the exhaust system for leaks or damage, all wheel fixings are present, and confirm the operation of all lights and the windscreen washer system.
This 2007 Honda FR-V in black has covered 136,345 miles across seven MOT tests, with three failures and two passes plus one retest. The April 2025 MOT failure lists numerous dangerous defects including missing wheel fixings, inoperative lights, exhaust leaks, and heavily corroded sill mounting points on both sides. The most recent test in April 2026 passed but only after a prior failure on the same day, and still flagged brake pad wear and underbody corrosion. The cumulative pattern of advisories and failures points to a vehicle with significant structural and mechanical concerns.
No aggregate MOT data is available for the Honda FR-V, but the model is generally regarded as a robust family vehicle when maintained, though corrosion around sills and suspension mountings is a known issue on higher-mileage examples.
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