2003 Honda Civic 1.6L Petrol · GV53 RZX

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently good, as the MOTs are all passed and the maintenance trend is stable. In the September 2023 test at 52,000 miles, the tester flagged a slight play in all drop links and corrosion on both inner sills, noting that the offside rear tyre was worn close to the legal limit. This indicates that basic upkeep was skipped in the previous 10 years, as the tyre wear is approaching the threshold where it would be considered worn, suggesting a lack of regular rotation or replacement of the tyres. The mileage pattern shows a significant gap in data, with the most recent test recorded in August 2025 at 120,884 miles, but the last valid MOT was obtained in August 2022 for 114,510 miles. This means the vehicle has accumulated over 6,000 miles of mileage in the last 3 years, which is consistent with a 23-year-old car but raises questions about whether the wear on the suspension and brakes has been accelerated by driving habits. The data suggests that while the car is currently in good shape, the rapid mileage accumulation since the last MOT could indicate that the vehicle is being driven at a speed that is not sustainable for a car of this age. For a buyer to assess the vehicle's condition, they should inspect the rear suspension bushes and coil springs for wear or binding, as the last MOT revealed slight play in these components. The brakes must be checked for binding calipers and binding brake discs, as the last MOT noted rear brake binding but not excessively, which is a common issue that can be resolved by cleaning and lubrication. The drivetrain components, including the front and rear anti-roll bars and ball joints, should be examined for slight play, which could indicate early-stage wear that needs to be addressed before the next MOT.