2002 Honda Civic 1.4L Petrol · FX02 ACV

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition with a stable and improving maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 11 March 2026 at 70,070 miles resulted in no recorded defects. This follows two years of clean passes in 2024 and 2025, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in previous years have been addressed and the vehicle is currently meeting all statutory standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,920 miles per year. Between March 2023 and March 2026, the car covered only 2,408 miles, moving from 67,662 to 70,070. While this low usage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the long intervals between drives can lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts and fluids, which is evidenced by the March 2023 failure. The record shows a failure on 13 March 2023 at 67,662 miles due to a non-functional stop lamp and a severely deteriorated nearside front outer drive shaft constant velocity boot. The deterioration of the boot is a common symptom of low-mileage vehicles that sit for extended periods, though the minor electrical fault was rectified immediately. A buyer should perform a physical inspection of all rubber CV boots for further cracking or tearing to ensure the grease has not escaped. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, focus should remain on the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension components, as corrosion often affects older Hondas regardless of distance driven. The buyer should also check for seized brake calipers or pitted discs, as these components tend to oxidize when not used frequently. The current clean MOT history suggests the current owner is proactive in repairing faults once they appear, which is a positive indicator for a vehicle of this vintage.