2015 Honda Civic 1.6L Diesel · KY64 SZF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 74,480 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure involving multiple safety-related items. The trend shows a recurring cycle where faults are only addressed once they trigger an MOT failure, specifically seen with persistent issues regarding the tyre pressure monitoring system and washer components. At 11 years old, the recorded 74,480 miles represent an average annual usage of approximately 6,700 miles, which aligns with typical low-use patterns for this age. The mileage progression is consistent between tests, with roughly 7,700 miles covered between June 2023 and July 2024, and another 6,600 miles between July 2024 and July 2025. This stability suggests steady use, though the low mileage over long periods sometimes leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals due to age-related perishleness rather than mechanical wear. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension geometry, as the track rod end ball joint dust covers were flagged as damaged in the 2025 test. Although these did not cause a failure this time because they prevented dirt ingress, their deterioration often leads to premature joint failure and steering play. The 2024 failure due to rear brake pads being below the 1.5mm legal limit confirms that basic consumable maintenance was neglected until it reached a critical state. A thorough check of current pad thickness and disc condition is necessary to ensure this trend has ceased. The tyre pressure monitoring system has appeared as a recurring failure in both 2024 and 2025, indicating a persistent electronic or sensor fault that the previous owner has failed to resolve permanently. The washer system should also be checked for leaks or pump failure, as it was noted in two consecutive years. Given the history of uneven tyre wear noted in 2023, the current tyres should be inspected for irregular wear patterns that would indicate alignment issues or worn suspension bushes.