2013 Honda Civic 1.8L Petrol · FH13 NHB

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean passes to emerging mechanical wear. While the most recent MOT test in July 2025 at 169,154 miles was a pass, the introduction of advisories regarding the suspension and braking system marks a departure from the defect-free period seen between 2022 and 2024. This suggests that high-mileage components are now beginning to reach their functional limits. The mileage history indicates consistent, high usage, averaging approximately 13,000 miles per year over the thirteen-year period. A significant interval of 9,412 miles occurred between June 2023 and July 2024, followed by another 9,713 miles in the 12 months leading up to the July 2025 test. This steady accumulation suggests the car has likely been used for long-distance motorway commuting or work, which typically puts greater strain on the drivetrain and suspension bushings compared to lower-mileage city driven vehicles. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension, specifically the anti-roll bar linkages. This component caused a failure in 2022 and was flagged with slight play in the 2025 test, indicating a recurring wear pattern that requires imminent replacement. The advisories for pitted and scored corrosion on both the nearside and offside rear brake discs suggest the braking surfaces are degrading. You should check the thickness of these discs to ensure they have not reached the minimum legal limit and inspect the calipers for any sticking pistons that could be causing the uneven wear.