2013 Honda Civic 1.8L Petrol · FH13 NHP

The vehicle remains in roadworthy condition, though the maintenance trend shows a slight shift towards deferred consumable repairs. The most recent test in January 2026 at 90,989 miles flagged an advisory for an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and unevenly. This indicates a potential alignment issue or simply reaching the end of service life. Despite this, the car has passed its consecutive inspections without major mechanical failures over the last four years. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-to-moderate usage profile, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between December 2022 and February 2023, where the car covered only 10 miles, but since that period, usage has increased significantly, with over 34,000 miles clocked between the January 2025 and January 2026 tests. This recent surge suggests the vehicle has transitioned from occasional use to regular commuting, which often accelerates the wear on aged rubber components and seals despite the relatively low total mileage for its age. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension geometry and bushings. The February 2023 test at 56,651 miles identified worn bushes on both front lower suspension arms. While these did not cause a failure at then, the subsequent uneven tyre wear noted in 2026 suggests these components may be degrading further or have affected the tracking alignment. A physical check of the ball joints and control arms is necessary to ensure that the undertrays mentioned in 2024 have not masked any structural corrosion on the chassis mounting points.