2002 Honda Civic 1.7L Petrol · AP02 KWV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on a consistent history of clean passes over the last five years. The most recent test on 30 September 2022 at 117,865 miles recorded no defects or advisories, indicating that the car met all minimum safety standards at that time. This continuity suggests a period of reliable operation that has avoided the mechanical failures or structural degradation typically seen in vehicles of this age. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old Honda, averaging approximately 4,911 miles per year. Between April 2018 and September 2022, the car covered 4,148 miles, moving from 113,717 to 117,865 miles. This slow rate of use reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but it also suggests the vehicle may have sat for extended periods. Such inactivity can sometimes lead to age-related issues such as seized brake calipers, perished rubber hoses, or the degradation of fluid integrity despite the low odometer reading. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by time and inactivity rather than high mileage. Despite the clean MOT record, the tester must check for structural corrosion, particularly around the sills and rear wheel arches, which are common failure points for this generation of Civic. Inspect the suspension bushes and sidewalls for cracking or tearing, as rubber components perish over decades regardless of distance driven. Since the last recorded test was nearly four years ago, a thorough check of the brake system and fluid leaks is essential to ensure no significant mechanical issues have developed since the 2022 inspection.