2013 Honda Civic 1.8L Petrol · EY63 ADO

This Honda Civic has maintained a consistent MOT pass record since its most recent test on 2025-11-10, with no defects recorded at 88,748 miles. The absence of advisories or failures across five consecutive tests—including the latest—suggests the vehicle has undergone regular servicing and has not exhibited any recurring mechanical issues. However, the duplicate entry for 2023-09-27, where both a pass and a failure are logged at the same mileage, appears anomalous and may indicate an administrative error rather than a technical problem. The most recent test, just six months ago, confirms the car remains roadworthy under current UK standards, though a thorough inspection is still essential to verify components not covered by the MOT. The mileage progression of approximately 6,800 miles annually aligns with typical usage for its age, though the gap between the 2024-09-19 and 2024-11-21 tests—just 58 miles in under two months—suggests either a brief period of minimal driving or a temporary storage period. The consistent mileage increments between tests (around 8,500 miles per year between 2023 and 2024) indicate steady use without extreme wear patterns. The lack of advisories or failures over this period implies the vehicle has not suffered from neglect, though the average annual mileage could still accelerate wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake components over time. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an inspection of suspension integrity, particularly the rear suspension mounts and coil springs, which are common failure points on this model at this mileage. The absence of brake-related advisories or failures does not preclude binding calipers, uneven disc wear, or corrosion on the brake system—critical areas that require visual and functional verification. Additionally, the underbody and wheel arches should be examined for corrosion, as the Civic’s design can be susceptible to rust progression over 13 years, even if the MOT tester did not identify any structural weaknesses. Finally, the exhaust system and emissions control components, though not flagged, should be checked for leaks or degraded catalytic converter efficiency, as these are often overlooked until they fail.