Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Honda Glr?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2017 Honda Glr?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2017 Honda Glr?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2017 Honda Glr vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

26% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2017 Honda Glr reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,613 vehicles, the 2017 Honda Glr has a first-time MOT pass rate of 87.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2017 Honda Glr?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2017 Honda Glr are: Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (32.9% of vehicles), Drive chain slightly loose (32.5% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (29.4% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2017 Honda Glr?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Honda Glr (2017)

1,613 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87.6% first-time pass rate

2017 Honda Glr

CarHunch analysed 1,613 real MOT records for the 2017 Honda Glr. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2017 Honda GLR passes its MOT at 87.6%, well above the UK average of 80%, which is a solid endorsement of its build quality. However, 26.4% of these cars have recorded at least one dangerous defect during their MOT history—a concerning figure that suggests buyers should budget for potential safety-critical repairs and request a full service history before purchase.

These cars are running at just 11,536 miles on average despite being seven years old, indicating they're lightly used, which partly explains the strong pass rate. With 0.77 failures per vehicle and 3.7 advisories typical, most issues are minor; have any prospective purchase independently inspected by a Honda specialist to confirm no hidden faults have been overlooked between MOT cycles.

The 2017 Honda Glr has a decent first-time pass rate (87.6%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

87.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

26.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.77

Over 5.1 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 5k–15k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 87.6% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 3.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,613 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 1,613 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 32.9%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Lighting 32.5%

Drive chain slightly loose · Headlamp aim too low

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Other issues 25.6%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Handlebar deformed but serviceable · …

Suspension & steering 14%

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Brake wear 12.3%

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Exhaust & emissions 10.7%

Exhaust noisy

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017.

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Before you buy a 2017 Honda Glr

Based on MOT data from 1,613 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 26.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 8,697 Honda Glr vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 29.6%

2,578

White 25.3%

2,197

Blue 21.4%

1,863

Yellow 16.9%

1,471

Black 6.8%

588

Mileage Distribution

Most 2017 Honda Glr vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

9,179

typical

5,396

low mileage

14,558

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Honda Glr vehicles fall between 5,396 and 14,558 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 5,396 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 5,396–14,558 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Honda Glrs sit.

⚠ Over 19,653 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Honda Glr — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 63% of 2017 Honda Glrs are still active.

871 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 63% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

5.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.77

Avg failures per vehicle

3.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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