1996 Honda Civic 1.4L Petrol · P188 JEV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its consistent history of clean passes. The most recent test on 5 January 2023 at 156,263 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the mechanical and structural components met the minimum standards at that time. This trend suggests a proactive approach to maintenance, as the car has avoided recurring failures or escalating mechanical issues over the last several recorded tests. The mileage pattern is notably low for a thirty-year-old Honda, averaging approximately 5,200 miles per year. Data shows a period of inactivity between February 2020 and January 2022, where the vehicle covered 8,082 miles over two years. The failure on 13 January 2022 at 151,554 miles, followed immediately by a pass the following day at 151,555 miles, likely indicates a minor consumable issue such as a blown bulb or a minor sensor fault that was rectified instantly rather than a significant mechanical failure. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection primarily on the structural integrity of the chassis, as low-mileage vehicles from this era are prone to hidden corrosion in wheel arches and sills. While the MOT record is clean, the age of the vehicle can lead to perished rubber suspension bushes and seized brake caliper sliders. Given the long gaps between tests, verify the condition of the brake lines and the state of the fluids to ensure the vehicle has not suffered during long periods of standing.