2008 Honda Civic 2.2L Diesel · ET08 DFD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive repairs. The most recent test in March 2026 at 125,697 miles revealed an advisory for a pitted and scored nearside rear brake disc. This follows a failure in March 2025 where the vehicle failed to meet emission limits and had thin offside front brake pads. While the car has passed its last three tests, the recurring nature of brake-related defects indicates a consistent pattern of wear that requires attention. The mileage profile is consistent with an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between March 2023 and March 2025, the car covered 10,016 miles, while an additional 3,764 miles were recorded between the 2025 and 2026 tests. This steady accumulation suggests the car is used regularly, which is generally better for the gradual degradation of rubber components and hydraulic systems than the issues associated with long periods of തന്നെ. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension assembly, as the 2024 test flagged light misting on both front shock absorbers. While misting is not an immediate failure, it indicates the seals are beginning to perish and may leak. The binding offside front brake noted in 2025 also warrants a physical check of the caliper caliper for seized slide pins to ensure the issue does not recur. Given the pitting on the nearside rear disc, the buyer should verify the thickness of the remaining friction material to ensure they are not nearing the minimum limit.