Honda HR-V (2018)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 10,118 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

93%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1500cc Petrol

Great Choice

93% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 11 points above average.

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Petrol1500cc8 years old10,118 tests39k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1500cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,853

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

93% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Honda brand average of 84%.

93% of MOT tests on Honda HR-Vs from 2018 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 6 years old. That's based on 10,118 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 39,252 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2018 models155th of 607(top half)

Rank among Honda models86th of 402(top 22%)

vs average of all models+11%(82% avg)

vs 2018 models average+4%(89% avg)

vs Honda average+9%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

39,252

Average miles

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2018 Honda HR-V had 39,252 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 96%, while the 2005 model has the lowest at 68%. The 2018 scores 93%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Honda HR-V by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	93%	154	24,099 mi
2020	96%	7,496	25,324 mi
2019	95%	8,572	30,486 mi
2018	93%	10,118	39,252 mi
2017	92%	9,761	48,336 mi
2016	90%	11,361	56,607 mi
2015	89%	4,628	65,405 mi
2006	70%	57	98,304 mi
2005	68%	298	103,130 mi
2004	76%	478	101,014 mi
2003	73%	400	98,960 mi
2002	74%	735	105,009 mi
2001	74%	689	109,071 mi
2000	71%	535	108,513 mi
1999	73%	538	103,754 mi

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About the 2018 Honda HR-V

The 2018 Honda HR-V is a small family car. Our records list a 1500cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 10,118 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested models on UK roads. Among all models from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 39,252 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Honda HR-V owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2018 Honda HR-V Fuel Costs

The 1500cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2018 Honda HR-V?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Honda HR-V Reliability Trend

Newer Honda HR-Vs pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 20 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2018 Honda HR-V

At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. With 10,118 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

What the 2018 Honda HR-V Fails Its MOT On

Share of the 689 MOT tests on the 2018 Honda HR-V that failed at the first attempt in 2025, next to all cars and vans of the same age.

Tyres32%
Same age: 29%
Windscreen, wipers and mirrors32%
Same age: 16% (fails on this more often)
Brakes24%
Same age: 19% (fails on this more often)
Lights and electrics15%
Same age: 27% (fails on this less often)

DVSA anonymised MOT data for 2025; a test that failed on two areas counts in both. How we count it · Honda HR-V reliability, common problems and years to avoid

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2018 Honda HR-V stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Honda HR-V(2018)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853
Vauxhall Corsa(2016)	81%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£150
Ford Focus(2016)	87%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,078+£225
Nissan Qashqai(2017)	86%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£73
Volkswagen Polo(2016)	84%	£1,175	£170	Grp 5-15	£1,750-£103

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2018 Honda HR-V

Is the 2018 Honda HR-V reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 93% of MOT tests on 2018 Honda HR-Vs ended in a pass, from 10,118 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2018 Honda HR-V cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2018 Honda HR-V?

93% of 10,118 MOT tests on the 2018 Honda HR-V ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 155th of 607 models first registered in 2018 (top half).

Which year Honda HR-V has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Honda HR-V has the highest MOT pass rate at 96% and the 2005 the lowest at 68%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2018 Honda HR-V?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2018 Honda HR-V is 39,252 miles, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.