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Honda Freed buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Honda Freed costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 40 for sale right now.
Used Honda Freed prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | €18,250 | 86k km | 9 |
| 2017 | €13,450 | 117k km | 8 |
| 2016 | €13,000 | 115k km | 8 |
| 2014 | €10,500 | 115k km | 5 |
Honda Freed NCT pass rate
How often Honda Freeds pass their NCT first time, against all cars the same age (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | All cars that age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 52% | 53% | |
| 2014 | 48% | 51% | |
| 2013 | 44% | 46% | |
| 2012 | 55% | 42% | |
| 2011 | 52% | 38% |
Most common reasons a 2015 Honda Freed fails: lights & electrics (17.2% of tests), steering & suspension (17.2% of tests, more than most cars), wheel alignment (16.1% of tests, more than most cars), wheels & tyres (15% of tests, more than most cars).
Common Honda Freed problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 Hybrid | ~400k km | ~€190 | 22 |
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Honda Freed
Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsSpark plugsIgnition coils
Before you buy a used Honda Freed
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the last service was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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