2017 Honda Civic 1.0L Petrol · LC67 LZF

The 6 January 2026 MOT at 71,119 miles recorded a failure, so the vehicle is presently not roadworthy. Earlier tests from November 2020 through January 2025 all passed without recorded defects, indicating a stable condition that has recently deteriorated, as the same suspension fault and a non‑functional side repeater appeared in the latest assessment. The mileage profile shows an average annual usage of roughly 7,900 miles over nine years, which aligns with typical wear patterns for a 2017 Civic. The jump from 66,261 miles in the 8 January 2025 test to 71,119 miles in the 6 January 2026 test represents an increase of just under 5,000 miles in twelve months, a rate consistent with regular driving rather than long periods of inactivity. A buyer should therefore examine the near‑side front track rod end ball joint for excessive play, verify the operation of the front outer side repeater, and inspect the front brake assembly for binding calipers or worn discs. The 2023 MOT noted front tyre wear close to the legal limit and edge wear on both sides, so tyre condition and alignment must be confirmed. Any signs of structural rust, particularly around the wheel arches and chassis rails, should also be checked, as these components have not been flagged but can develop unnoticed. If the suspension bushings and ball joint are replaced and the lighting fault rectified, the vehicle may become compliant, but the failure demonstrates that immediate remedial work is required before the car can be legally driven.