1999 Honda Civic 1.4L Petrol · K24 RAL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy having passed its most recent MOT in October 2025 at 71,056 miles. The maintenance trend shows a period of reactive repair followed by recent stability. While the 2024 test revealed a cluster of mechanical failures including exhaust leaks and brake wear, the lack of new advisories or failures in the October 2025 report suggests these issues were addressed. However, the vehicle remains modified with bucket seats and racing harnesses, which necessitates independent safety inspection. At 27 years old, the recorded mileage of 71,056 miles represents exceptionally low usage, averaging 2,632 miles per year. This low mileage pattern is consistent across the records, with only 5,974 miles covered between March 2023 and October 2025. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often leads to age-related rubber degradation. The history supports this, noting the deteriorated CV boot and defective wiper blades which indicate that components may dry out or fail due to time rather than mechanical stress. A buyer must specifically inspect the nearside front CV boot, as it was flagged as a failure in both 2021 and 2024, suggesting a recurring point of failure or poor-quality replacement. The 2024 advisory regarding thin front brake pads and pitted discs should be verified in person to ensure the system was fully overhauled after the last test. Given the vehicle's age and low annual mileage, a thorough check for structural corrosion in the sills and wheel arches is vital, as the MOT does not always capture hidden surface rust that affects older Honda models.