2018 Honda Civic 1.5L Petrol · DF18 AOG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach rather than proactive care. The most recent test on 28 May 2026 at 68,546 miles followed an initial failure due to multiple tyre and brake issues. While the car passed immediately after these repairs, the presence of thin rear brake pads and worn discs, alongside four tyres failing legal requirements, suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they reach the point of legal failure during the annual MOT inspection. At 68,546 miles over eight years, the car has averaged approximately 8,500 miles per annum, which aligns with typical UK usage for a family hatchback. The data shows consistent intervals, with roughly 12,000 miles covered between May 2024 and May 2025, and another 15,000 miles covered between May 2025 and May 2026. This recent uptick suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which explains the accelerated wear on consumables like tyres and tyres noted in the record. A buyer should inspect the suspension system closely, as the May 2026 test flagged light misting on both the nearside front and offside rear shock absorbers. While misting is not an immediate failure, it indicates early seal degradation that will eventually require replacement. Furthermore, the recurring reports of thin brake pads and worn discs across the 2024 and 2026 records suggest the braking system is nearing the end of its service interval. You should verify the remaining life on the four new tyres and ensure the components replaced after the May 2026 failure were of acceptable quality.