2013 Honda Civic 1.8L Petrol · FJ13 VSA

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to essential repairs. The most recent test on August 4, 2025 at 90,783 miles, showed a pass following a failure for all four tyres and an oil leak. While the immediate safety defects were addressed to secure the certificate, the recurring presence of a non-excessive oil leak suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they trigger a failure rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 19,141 miles between the 2024 test at 71,642 miles and the 2025 test at 90,783 miles, which represents a steady usage rate. However, the failure in August 2023 at 53,566 miles reveals that despite the low annual mileage, consumables were neglected to the legal limit, as the front tyres were allowed to drop below the 1.6mm threshold before the annual inspection. A buyer must inspect the engine bay to identify the source of the oil leak noted in the 2025 test. Although the tester deemed it non-excessive, persistent leaks often indicate gasket failure or seal degradation that can worsen over time. The recurring history of tyres worn on the edge in both 2023 and 2025 strongly suggests an issue with wheel alignment or worn suspension bushes. A physical inspection of the front control arms, shock absorbers, and steering geometry is necessary to ensure that new tyres will not suffer premature wear due to mechanical misalignment.