2021 Honda Civic EX Vtec 1.0L Petrol · CV21 ZHM

The 2021 Honda Civic EX VTEC presents a clean bill of health at its most recent MOT on 19 May 2026 at 54,493 miles, where the tester recorded zero defects. That is a strong result. Looking back through the record, the maintenance trend is clearly improving. The vehicle failed on 20 May 2024 at 22,856 miles for two worn wiper blades and a shallow cut in the offside rear tyre. Four days later on 24 May 2024 at 22,949 miles, it passed with only that tyre cut flagged as an advisory, suggesting the wipers were replaced promptly. By the May 2025 test at 38,575 miles, the only advisory was mildly worn and pitted front brake discs, which is a minor consumable wear item rather than a serious mechanical concern. The progression from a failure with multiple advisories in 2024 to a completely clean pass in 2026 indicates attentive ownership and consistent upkeep over the last two years. The mileage pattern tells a coherent story. Between the May 2024 test at 22,949 miles and the May 2025 test at 38,575 miles, the car covered 15,626 miles in roughly twelve months, a brisk but not extreme pace. From May 2025 to May 2026, it added another 15,918 miles, confirming sustained regular use. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden drops in recorded mileage. The annual average of approximately 10,899 miles is typical for a five-year-old vehicle, and the steady accumulation suggests the car has been driven consistently rather than left standing, which reduces the risk of deterioration from long-term storage such as flat-spotted tyres, corroded brake surfaces, or fuel system issues. The only recurring theme in the history is minor wear to front brake discs and a tyre advisory, both of which are routine consumables. There are no entries for suspension faults, exhaust emissions failures, structural corrosion, or steering defects. A buyer should still inspect the front brake discs and pads in person, as the 2025 advisory noted pitting and wear, and check whether these have been replaced ahead of the clean 2026 test. The tyre sidewall cut flagged in 2024 was shallow and did not reach the cords, but the offside rear tyre should be examined for any signs of bulging, further perishing, or repair. The windiper blades were replaced after the 2024 failure, yet it is worth confirming they still clear the screen effectively, particularly if the car has been parked outdoors. Beyond these items, the record gives no cause for concern regarding structural integrity or mechanical reliability.