2014 Honda Accord 2.0L Petrol · AV64 WYP

This 2014 Honda Accord presents a generally stable MOT profile across eight tests since 2018, with no failures recorded and only isolated advisories appearing in three of those examinations. The most recent test on 15 December 2025 was a pass, but it carried three advisories that warrant close attention: an offside rear inner tyre worn close to the legal limit and on its edge, plus both front suspension arms showing worn pins or bushes that have not yet resulted in excessive movement. Two of the three prior advisories appeared in 2020 and 2021, both relating to perished rear tyres, while the intervening 2022, 2023 and 2024 tests were recorded entirely clean. The pattern suggests a vehicle that remains roadworthy at each annual inspection but is beginning to show wear in its suspension joints and has historically had recurring issues with rear tyre condition. Recorded mileage stands at 111,184 miles across twelve years of service, equating to roughly 9,265 miles per year, which is broadly typical for the vehicle's age and indicates regular rather than sporadic use. There are no significant gaps in the testing record between 2018 and 2025, with annual examinations carried out consistently through December each year, confirming the car has remained in continuous use. Mileage progression between tests appears steady rather than abrupt, which means wear-related degradation is likely to be evenly distributed across consumables and mechanical components. The annual accumulation is sufficient that standard service items such as brake pads, discs, and suspension bushes will have been subjected to meaningful wear cycles. For a prospective buyer, the front suspension advisories are the primary area of focus given the vehicle's accumulated mileage and component age. On a test drive, pay particular attention to any knocking or clonking from the front end when traversing speed humps, potholes, or uneven road surfaces, as worn control arm pins or bushes commonly present this way. Listen for changes in noise when turning the steering at low speed and feel for any vagueness, wandering, or delay in the steering response, which could indicate movement has now progressed beyond the advisory threshold. With the engine running and the wheels stationary, have a second person gently rock each front wheel while you observe the suspension linkage for play. Additionally, check that the offside rear tyre has been renewed since the December 2025 advisory and inspect the remaining tyres for uneven shoulder wear, which can point to alignment or suspension geometry issues stemming from the worn bushes. The recurring rear tyre perishing advisories from 2020 and 2021, although absent in the more recent record, suggest the vehicle may be parked or stored in conditions that accelerate rubber degradation such as prolonged sun exposure. Inspect all four tyres for sidewall cracking, checking carefully in the grooves and at the bead area where perishing typically initiates. Given the mileage, it is also prudent to inspect the brake discs for lipping and the pads for remaining material during any physical inspection, as these wear items are not flagged in MOT tests until they approach service limits. Finally, request evidence of recent replacement of the front suspension components if work has been carried out, and budget for their renewal if the bushes have continued to deteriorate since the advisory was issued.