2008 Honda Civic 2.2L Diesel · FG08 TXM

This 2008 Honda Civic has covered 140,003 miles, which is a typical annual average for its age. However, the MOT history suggests the vehicle has entered a phase of accelerated deterioration, particularly concerning its structural and safety-critical components. The most concerning trend is the persistent and worsening corrosion affecting the suspension system. Records from 2024 through 2026 show that coil springs, shock absorbers, and general suspension components have been flagged repeatedly for corrosion. While the car passed its most recent MOT in April 2026, the advisory regarding front and rear suspension corrosion indicates that these parts are reaching the end of their service life and will likely require expensive replacement in the near future. Beyond the structural concerns, the vehicle shows a pattern of neglect regarding basic maintenance. Repeated failures for tyre tread depth, worn brake discs, and parking brake efficiency suggest that the car has been run on a tight budget. The fact that it failed its MOT in both 2024 and 2025 before passing indicates that the owner is only performing the bare minimum repairs required to keep the car legal, rather than maintaining it to a high standard. The mileage is consistent with the age of the vehicle, but the recurring MOT issues imply that the car has likely been used for short, stop-start journeys or stored in damp conditions, which has exacerbated the corrosion issues. The consistent tyre wear on the offside front also suggests a potential tracking or alignment issue that has been ignored for several years.