2018 HONDA CIVIC1.6L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 170,063 miles passed, it flagged a non-excessive oil leak and thin rear brake pads. This directly mirrors the findings from the January 2025 test at 162,554 miles, showing that the owner only addresses brake components when they reach the point of failure or significant wear during inspection. The mileage profile is significantly high for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging over 21,000 miles per year. Between December 2022 and January 2026, the car covered 36,760 miles, suggesting heavy annual usage. The failure in November 2023 at 148,795 miles highlights a period of neglect where all four tyres and all brake pads were at or below legal limits simultaneously. This pattern suggests the vehicle is used for long-distance motorway driving where consumable wear is accelerated between annual testing intervals. A buyer must inspect the engine bay to identify the source of the persistent oil leak noted in 2025 and 2026, as persistent leaks on high-mileage engines can lead to component degradation. Given the high mileage and the previous failure for uneven tyre wear, a thorough check of the suspension bushes, ball joints, and shock absorbers is essential to rule out mechanical play. The rear braking system should be examined for seized calipers or uneven wear on the discs, as the history shows these components are consistently thinning out.