2009 Honda Civic 2.2L Diesel · DG09 XCM

The vehicle passed its last MOT on 5 August 2022 at 183,781 miles, but that certificate is now over four years old. Reviewing the test history shows a pattern of repeated advisories on suspension and braking components, with occasional failures linked to lighting and tyre wear, indicating that upkeep has been inconsistent and the mechanical condition is unlikely to have improved since the last test. Over its seventeen‑year life the car has accumulated about 10,800 miles per year, which is typical for a 2009 Honda Civic. The most recent test is from August 2022; there are no recorded MOTs for 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026, leaving a four‑year gap in official mileage verification. Earlier years show a fairly regular testing interval, with passes and failures recorded almost annually from 2015 through 2022. A prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the rear nearside coil spring for corrosion, the front suspension ball joint dust covers and anti‑roll bar linkages for wear or play, and the shock absorbers for leaks or reduced damping. The brake pads and discs have repeatedly been noted as thin or scored, and the parking and service brakes have only just met requirements, so the braking system should be checked for pad thickness, disc condition and adjustment. Exterior lamps, especially position, stop, side repeater and headlamp aim, have failed repeatedly, so all bulbs, lenses and wiring need verification. Tyre tread depth has been close to the legal limit on several occasions and wheel fixings were missing in 2019, so tyres should be measured and wheel nuts inspected for tightness and corrosion.