2008 Honda Civic 1.3L Hybrid electric · FL08 KPR

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding suspension and braking components. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 82,047 miles passed, it identified a binding offside front service brake and splitting on both front lower suspension arm bushes. These issues represent a progression from the imbalanced brake requirements noted in 2023 and 2024, suggesting that the mechanical components are now moving beyond minor adjustments. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 82,047 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. The usage pattern appears consistent over the last three years, with roughly 3,000 miles driven between January 2023 and February 2026. However, low annual mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear, which explains the perishing tyres noted in 2023 and the severely deteriorated CV boot on the nearside front drive shaft during that same test. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension to assess the extent of the split in the arm bushes, as these will require immediate replacement to prevent uneven handling or tyre wear. The braking system requires professional attention to address the offside front binding, as the recurring history of imbalanced and binding brakes indicates a sticking caliper or corroded slider. Additionally, given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, check the sidewalls of tyres for dry cracking and inspect the structural integrity for corrosion that may not yet been flagged in the MOT advisories.