2009 Honda Accord 2.0L Petrol · LC59 PLF

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness profile, with the most recent MOT tests in November 2024 and November 2025 showing clean passes with no recorded defects. This follows a period of intermittent mechanical issues that appear to have been resolved. While the 2023 test at 73,390 miles flagged a heavily corroded front exhaust joint and a binding offside rear service brake, the subsequent two years of testing indicate that these specific concerns have been addressed and the vehicle is maintaining a consistent standard of upkeep. The mileage history shows a pattern of low annual usage, averaging approximately 5,095 miles per year over its seventeen-year lifespan. The recorded mileage has climbed steadily from 39,352 miles in November 2012 to 86,610 miles in November 2025. This low-intensity usage pattern suggests the car has not been subjected to heavy long-distance commuting, though the gaps between tests and the relatively low annual distance mean the vehicle may have spent extended periods stationary, which can sometimes lead to seal or rubber degradation. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and exhaust integrity. The record shows a long-term trend of parking brake issues, with limited reserve travel noted in 2012, 2014, 2015, and 2016, alongside reports of lipped rear discs. Although the 2023 binding brake issue was cleared in later tests, the mechanical components of the rear braking system warrant a thorough check for seized calipers or worn mechanisms. The previously flagged heavy corrosion on the front exhaust joint should also be visually inspected to ensure the repair was robust and that rust is not spreading to adjacent structural mounting points. Suspension and lighting components also require attention. The 2018 test flagged deteriorated anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers, and various tests between 2020 and 2022 noted headlight lens degradation and fogging. While these are largely consumable or cosmetic issues, they indicate a history of minor neglect regarding external fittings. Checking the condition of all suspension bushes and ensuring the headlight clarity meets current standards will be necessary to confirm the vehicle's ongoing reliability.