2012 Honda Accord 2.2L Diesel · FE12 HMY

The 2012 Honda Accord presents a stable and clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 9 February 2026 at 204,926 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken five-year sequence of passes with zero advisories. The maintenance trend is steady, with no worsening mechanical faults or structural concerns flagged across the available history. Mileage stands at 204,926 against a 14-year-old chassis, equating to roughly 14,600 miles per year. The records show consistent annual use rather than sudden accumulation: the car covered 8,972 miles between the February 2022 test at 185,954 and the February 2023 test at 193,536, then 6,286 to 199,822 in February 2024, 3,322 to 203,144 in February 2025, and 1,782 to 204,926 in February 2026. The tapering annual distance suggests the vehicle entered lighter retirement use. No gaps exist between tests; the DVSA data is sparse on faults but clean. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the high total mileage. The absence of advisories does not exempt a 204,000-mile Honda from consumable fatigue. Examine the subframe and sills for corrosion, and verify the condition of the exhaust emissions system and binding calipers under load. Previous owners clearly kept the car to a test-pass standard with no skipped MOTs. The lack of recorded defects implies basic upkeep was met, though the high mileage means in-person checks on drivetrain wear remain prudent before purchase.