2005 Honda Civic 1.6L Petrol · LD05 SYR

The vehicle currently holds a pass status from its most recent MOT test on 14 September 2022, and the short recorded history shows a clear resolving trend. A failure on 15 September 2021 was followed by an immediate pass just one day later on 16 September 2021, indicating that any issues leading to that failure were rectified without delay. The subsequent pass in September 2022 at the next annual test then returned a clean record with no advisories or defects noted. The MOT entries are now approaching four years old relative to the current date, meaning there is no verified test data covering the intervening period. The recorded mileage stands at 103,279 miles across approximately 21 years of service, equating to an average of around 4,918 miles per year. This figure is notably low for a vehicle of this age and points to either light use, long periods of standing, or a mix of both. Such low annual mileage can reduce wear on major drivetrain components but may also accelerate deterioration of rubber seals, brake calipers, and suspension bushes through infrequent operation. No specific mileage figures are recorded alongside the MOT entries, making it difficult to assess whether the car has been used consistently or experienced extended periods of inactivity between tests. Given the clean advisory record and the four-year gap since the last test, a buyer should not rely on the MOT history alone to confirm current roadworthiness. A physical inspection should prioritise the braking system, particularly the rear calipers, which commonly seize on low-use vehicles of this era. The exhaust system, underbody, and suspension components including coil springs and bushes should be examined for corrosion and perishing, as these areas suffer when a car is left standing. Tyres should be checked for age-related cracking even if tread depth appears adequate, and the oil and fluid levels should be verified given the potential for prolonged storage between uses.