2000 HONDA ACCORD1.9L Petrol

The vehicle is currently road‑worthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 9 November 2021 at 119,226 miles with no recorded defects. After a series of failures in 2019 and 2020, the pattern of passes in 2020‑21 indicates an improving trend, suggesting that the noted deficiencies were addressed. Mileage averages roughly 4,600 miles per year, well below typical use for a 26‑year‑old car. The log shows a steady accumulation: 65,375 miles in July 2013, rising to 74,405 miles by July 2014, then to 92,199 miles in August 2015, 103,010 miles in January 2017, 108,056 miles in September 2019 and 119,226 miles in November 2021. No prolonged gaps or sudden spikes are evident, reinforcing the low‑usage character of the vehicle. A prospective buyer should focus on the recurring brake‑pipe corrosion noted from 2019 onward, ensuring all pipe joints are sound and free of grease. The front and rear brake discs, repeatedly described as worn and pitted, merit measurement to confirm sufficient thickness. The 2020 failure of the nearside front anti‑roll bar linkage and the excessively worn ball joint should be inspected for any residual play or cracked bushings, as these components influence handling stability. Tyre tread depths, previously at or below the legal limit, must be verified, and the windscreen condition should be checked for damage that could affect structural integrity. Door operation, headlamp aim and under‑body corrosion were also flagged in earlier tests and deserve visual confirmation. Overall, the MOT history shows that the major safety‑critical items have been rectified to date, but the buyer should verify the condition of the brake system, suspension linkages, tyre wear and any lingering corrosion before finalising purchase.