2009 Honda Civic 2.2L Diesel · LB09 RGV

The 2009 Honda Civic has a recent MOT history showing recurring mechanical and safety issues, with the most recent entry on 2025-07-18 recording a pass at 153,858 miles. However, the prior MOT on 2025-07-17 (just one day earlier) resulted in a failure , highlighting unresolved problems. Key issues included exhaust emissions exceeding limits (0.77), nearside and offside front tyres worn close to legal limits, and offside rear coil spring corrosion. These same defects reappeared in earlier MOTs, indicating persistent concerns. A pattern of repeated corrosion (offside rear coil spring) and tyre wear is evident across multiple MOTs, dating back to 2023. The 2025 failure also introduced a new issue: excessive exhaust emissions, which could signal engine or catalytic converter degradation. While some problems like headlamp lens defects and oil leaks were addressed in later passes, the recurrence of structural and safety-related faults suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The vehicle’s mileage of 153,858 miles (roughly 9,050 miles per year) aligns with typical usage for its 17-year age, but the frequency of defects implies potential wear beyond standard expectations. Corrosion and tyre wear are often linked to environmental exposure and driving conditions, but the lack of improvement in these areas over time raises concerns about long-term reliability. The trend shows no clear improvement in critical areas.