2009 Honda Civic 1.8L Petrol · KX59 WHW

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass on 17 November 2025 at 99,478 miles. While the most recent test showed no defects, the maintenance history reveals a pattern of failure immediately preceding successful passes. The car failed twice on 10 November 2025 and once on 18 November 2024, suggesting that the owner only addresses mechanical issues when legally required to pass the annual test rather than following a proactive preventative maintenance schedule. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 99,478 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,852 miles. The data shows consistent but low-level usage, with only 3,725 miles covered between the November 2024 and 2025 tests. This low mileage often correlates with reduced wear on engine internal components, but it increases the risk of age-related rubber degradation, such as perished seals, dry suspension bushes, and seized brake calipers which frequently occur when vehicles sit for long periods. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the specific components that caused the 2024 and 2025 failures, as the provided record does not specify the exact reasons for those rejects. Given the age of the Civic, priority should be placed on checking the structural integrity of the sills and rear wheel arches, where this generation is prone to significant corrosion. Inspect the brake system for surface rust on discs and check the tyres for cracking, as low-mileage use often leads to material hardening despite sufficient tread depth.