2008 Honda Civic 2.0L Petrol · LC58 OAJ

The vehicle is road‑worthy as of the 6 August 2025 MOT, where it passed at 112,802 mi despite advisories for front track‑rod dust‑cover wear, rear tyre damage, a rear brake disc showing moderate scoring, a minor exhaust leak and a non‑excessive oil leak. The trend shows a sharp deterioration in the July 2025 test – a failure that highlighted an inoperative engine MIL, missing front wheel fixing, severe dust‑cover deterioration and major exhaust leaks – followed by corrective work that restored a pass in the subsequent month. Recurring items such as the front track‑rod dust‑cover condition, rear tyre perishing and brake‑disc scoring have persisted, indicating a stable but not improving pattern for those components. Mileage has risen from 102,714 mi in April 2023 to 108,352 mi in August 2024 and to 112,802 mi by August 2025, averaging roughly 6,200 mi per year. This progression aligns with typical usage for an eighteen‑year‑old model and shows no abrupt spikes or prolonged idle periods. The consistent recording of mileage across tests suggests the odometer reading is reliable and that the vehicle has been driven regularly rather than stored for extended intervals. A prospective buyer should verify the condition of the front suspension dust covers and track‑rod ends, ensuring any deterioration has been fully remedied and that no play remains. Close inspection of the rear tyres for cracking or perishing is essential, as is a tactile check of the rear brake disc for scoring beyond the advisory level. The exhaust system should be examined for any persistent leaks at the centre and rear silencer, and the source of the oil seepage noted. Confirm that the engine MIL light remains extinguished and that the parking brake now meets efficiency requirements, as the July 2025 failure flagged a deficiency. Finally, a visual survey for corrosion on chassis members will confirm that no hidden structural issues have developed.