2009 Honda Civic 1.8L Petrol · AJ09 FZX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive care. The most recent test in October 2025 at 36,536 miles shows a pass immediately following a failure for ineffective windscreen wipers and a front stone chip. While the immediate mechanical issues appear resolved, the recurring pattern of failures for consumable items like wipers and light indicators suggests that the owner only addresses defects when they directly threaten the procurement of an MOT certificate. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,150 miles per year. Between October 2022 and October 2025, the car covered only 1,472 miles. This low usage frequency often leads to age-related degradation rather than wear-related failure. The 2024 failure at 36,027 miles highlighted dangerous tyre condition due to perishing and cracking, which is a classic symptom of tyres sitting stationary for long periods rather than wearing down through regular use. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the vehicle's structural integrity. The October 2022 test at 35,064 miles flagged corrosion on the nearside rear inner integral body structure near a chassis mounting. Although the tester noted this did not seriously affect security at that time, rust on low-mileage cars often spreads rapidly if not treated. Additionally, the extremely low mileage increases the risk of rubber components, such as suspension bushes and brake hoses, cracking or seizing, while the brake calipers may become seized due to lack of use.