2004 Honda Civic 1.6L Petrol · DC53 AFU

The vehicle currently holds a clean MOT status, with the most recent test conducted on 7 July 2023 at 152,474 miles resulting in a pass with zero recorded defects. This indicates a stable maintenance trend, as the car successfully cleared the subsequent inspection without any advisories. The failure recorded on 20 June 2022 appears to be an administrative or minor testing anomaly, given that the vehicle passed the very next day without any documented repairs or defects. At 22 years of age and 152,474 miles, the vehicle averages approximately 6,931 miles per annum, which aligns with standard usage patterns for a car of this vintage. The lack of test data prior to 2022 prevents a long-term assessment of its mechanical history, but the recent trajectory suggests the vehicle has been kept in a roadworthy state during the past three years. The absence of recurring advisories for tyres, brakes, or suspension components in the provided record suggests the previous owner addressed essential maintenance tasks promptly. Potential buyers should conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on areas typically prone to degradation in ageing Honda Civics. While the MOT records are clean, they do not account for hidden structural corrosion in the rear wheel arches, sills, or subframe mounting points, which are common failure points for this model. Verify the condition of the brake lines and fuel pipes for surface oxidation, and listen for excessive play in the suspension bushes or knocking from the coil springs during a test drive. Confirm that the engine runs smoothly at idle and check for any signs of oil leaks around the rocker cover or gearbox casing, as these are often overlooked in standard annual testing.