2018 Honda Civic 1.0L Petrol · DF18 AOC

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy state but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test on November 20 2025 at 77,302 miles resulted in a pass only after addressing headlamp alignment and tyre replacements. While the car passed its latest inspection, the recurring failures regarding consumable items like tyres and wipers suggest the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they threaten an MOT certificate rather than during scheduled service intervals. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. The record shows a significant usage of 16,043 miles between May 2024 and November 2024, and another 16,673 miles covered between November 2024 and November 2025. This steady accumulation indicates the car is used regularly for commuting, which explains the consistent wear observed on the braking system and suspension components as noted in the test history. A buyer should pay close attention to the rear suspension, as the November 2025 test flagged both rear shock absorbers for light misting of oil. While currently an advisory, misting indicates the beginning of a seal failure which will eventually lead to leaking and degraded handling. The history of thin brake pads in late 2024 and uneven edge wear on tyres in 2025 also warrants an alignment check to ensure that the suspension geometry is not causing premature tyre scrub.