2018 Honda Civic 1.6L Diesel · LL18 NEL

The 2018 Honda Civic’s most recent MOT test on 2025-07-17—just under a year ago—shows a clean pass with no recorded defects, though it is unusual to have two identical tests (both at 22,963 miles) on the same day. The absence of advisories or failures across all five MOTs suggests no recurring mechanical issues, and the vehicle has maintained a stable roadworthy condition. However, the double entry at the same mileage and date raises suspicion of either a data duplication error or a vehicle that may have been tested but not driven between tests. No structural, suspension, or braking faults have been formally noted, but the lack of advisories in prior years means even minor wear may not have been flagged. The recorded mileage of 22,963 miles over eight years—roughly 2,870 miles annually—is exceptionally low for a vehicle of this age, indicating either very light use or prolonged periods of inactivity. The mileage increments between tests are consistent: 2,643 miles between the 2024 and 2023 tests, 4,379 miles between 2023 and 2022, and 6,819 miles between 2022 and 2021 (assuming the 2021 test would have been due). Such low annual mileage could imply the vehicle was stored for extended periods, potentially accelerating issues like battery drain, tyre degradation, or suspension stiffness from disuse. The absence of any advisories on tyres or suspension in recent tests does not guarantee current condition, particularly if the vehicle has been stationary. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension components—particularly the coil springs, bushes, and shock absorbers—for signs of degradation or corrosion, even if no advisories were issued. The brakes, though never failed, should be checked for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the discs and callipers, as low mileage can mask subtle issues. Tyres, despite no recorded failures, warrant scrutiny for uneven tread wear or embedded debris, which could indicate past neglect during periods of inactivity. Finally, the battery and electrical connections should be tested, as prolonged storage can lead to corrosion or reduced capacity. The double MOT entry at the same mileage also warrants confirmation that the vehicle was not tested under false conditions.