2005 Honda Civic 1.4L Petrol · AD05 AHP

The 2005 Honda Civic presents a currently roadworthy status following a passed MOT on 22 November 2025 at 111,223 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record reveals a recurring pattern of initial failures followed by near-immediate passes, with the most recent failure on 15 November 2025 at 111,221 miles showing no defects logged before the pass one week later. The vehicle has covered 111,223 miles over approximately 21 years, equating to a low average of roughly 5,296 miles per year. Annual increments confirm light use: 95,100 miles at the November 2023 test, 104,567 at the failed November 2024 attempt, 104,579 when it passed two days later, and 111,221 to 111,223 across the November 2025 tests. The sparse, clean advisories across all entries suggest either diligent basic upkeep or, given the repeated fail-pass pairs with no recorded defects, administrative re-tests rather than resolved mechanical faults. A buyer should physically verify the absence of latent structural corrosion, particularly to subframes and sills, since the MOT history logs no advisories yet the car's age invites hidden rust. The dual fail-pass cycles in November 2024 and November 2025 with zero defects noted warrant a check of the braking system, suspension bushes, and exhaust emissions to confirm the tester's subsequent pass reflected genuine condition. Low mileage implies prolonged standing periods; inspect tyres for sidewall cracking, brake discs for pitting, and calipers for seizure before purchase.