2005 Honda Civic 1.6L Petrol · FT05 ACJ

The most recent MOT test on 4 January 2024 at 110,190 miles returned a fail with no defects recorded, leaving the vehicle's current roadworthiness unconfirmed by a passing certificate. Prior to that, the test history shows a stable pattern of passes and fails with no advisories or defects logged at any stage, suggesting the underlying mechanical condition was not formally flagged as deteriorating across the recorded period. The trend is neither worsening nor improving in documented terms, though the latest failure without stated cause demands clarification before any purchase. The odometer shows 110,190 miles against a 2005 build date, an average of roughly 5,247 miles per year and low for a 21-year-old car. Mileage moved from 104,926 at the 18 January 2022 failure to 107,537 by 16 January 2023, then 110,190 by January 2024, equating to about 2,600 to 3,600 miles annually. The sparse record spans only three years of tests; long idle periods between use are plausible given the low accumulation, which can allow corrosion or perished rubber components to develop unseen. A buyer should physically verify why the January 2024 test failed with no defects listed, as DVSA systems occasionally omit detail and a silent fail may mask brake, suspension, or emissions faults. The repeated 2022 and 2023 same-day fail-then-pass pairs at near-identical mileages imply minor presentation issues rather than structural defects, but the absence of advisories across all entries means wear on coil springs, suspension bushes, brake discs, and exhaust integrity was never assessed on record. Given the vehicle's age and likely intermittent use, inspect underneath for structural rust, check brake calipers for binding after standing, and confirm tyre sidewall condition and tread. The clean paper history offers little reassurance beyond legal minimums; a current fresh test and hands-on inspection remain essential before commitment.