2012 Honda Civic 1.8L Petrol · LS12 HBY

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward neglected wear-related components. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 87,071 miles passed, the tester flagged multiple advisories regarding the front suspension and tyres. This represents a departure from the clean test records seen between 2021 and 2023, suggesting that components are now reaching reaching the end of their operational life. The mileage pattern is consistent with low-use domestic driving, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year over its 14-year lifespan. Data shows steady progression, moving from 63,160 miles in October 2021 to 87,071 miles by October 2025. This low annual mileage typically reduces the mechanical strain on the drivetrain and engine, yet it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components due to age, which appears evident in the deteriorated ball joint dust covers identified in the latest inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The severely deteriorated nearside and offside front lower ball joint dust covers noted in 2025 indicate a high risk of grease ingress and subsequent joint failure, which leads to steering play and uneven tyre wear. Furthermore, the front tyres were flagged as worn on the edges, which strongly suggests an alignment issue or worn shock absorbers that require immediate attention to prevent premature damage to new rubber.