2014 Honda Civic 1.8L Petrol · DP60 MON

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive prevention. The most recent test in June 2025 at 85,759 miles passed with only a minor advisory for a nail in the offside rear tyre. This represents an improvement over the June 2024 test where the car failed multiple mechanical and electrical points, suggesting the owner is willing to address significant defects once they are flagged by the tester. At 85,759 miles over twelve years, the Civic averages approximately 7,147 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent intervals, with roughly 6,300 miles covered between June 2023 and June 2024, and another 5,652 miles recorded in the following year. This steady mileage suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for maintaining the integrity of rubber components despite despite the age-related wear. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension assembly, as the 2024 failure identified severely deteriorated ball joint dust covers on both the nearside and offside front. While these were replaced to pass the test, the recurring nature of rubber perish suggests a need to check for play in the steering geometry. The 2024 failure also highlighted rear brake pads below the 1.5mm limit and pitted discs, indicating that the braking system was reaching the end of its service life at that time; an inspection of current pad thickness is necessary. The electrical history shows minor failures regarding headlamps and registration lamps in 2023, which appear to point to simple bulb or wiring issues that were subsequently rectified. Given the age of the vehicle, a physical inspection of the underbody for structural corrosion remains vital, even though no structural defects were noted in the provided records. The focus should remain on ensuring the repaired suspension and braking components show no signs of immediate degradation.