2005 Honda Civic 1.6L Petrol · LC05 RKU

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a recurring pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 133,936 miles, it had failed immediately prior due to multiple safety-critical defects. The trend remains unstable, as the car consistently presents with failures in suspension components, braking systems, and lighting, suggesting that the owner addresses only the minimum requirements necessary to secure a certificate without resolving underlying mechanical degradation. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 133,936 miles represents a consistent annual average of approximately 6,400 miles. This low-intensity usage pattern often masks the accelerated aging of rubber-based components, as seen in the history. Between February 2024 and January 2026, the vehicle covered 19,618 miles, which aligns with typical usage, yet the data highlights significant age-related failures such as the perished rear tyres noted in 2024 and ongoing corrosion issues that persist despite the low distance traveled. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the lower control arm bushes and anti-roll bar linkages have been flagged for wear across multiple testing cycles. The braking system requires close scrutiny; the record shows a binding offside front caliper in 2024, a binding nearside rear brake in 2025, and corroded nearside rear brake pipes in 2026. The previous exhaust leak and lambda sensor failure in 2025 also indicate potential issues with engine management and exhaust structural integrity that could lead to higher repair costs if the corrosion continues to progress.