2016 Honda Civic 1.8L Petrol · LS66 PWF

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state according to the most recent test on 29 October 2025, though the maintenance trend is worsening. While the car passed, the tester flagged pitted and scored front brake discs and a central front lower engine oil leak. These issues, combined with a defective windscreen wiper, suggest a decline in proactive upkeep compared to earlier years. The mileage is exceptionally low for a ten year old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,424 miles per year. The record shows a significant jump in usage between October 2022 at 20,413 miles and October 2024 at 34,976 miles, where the car covered nearly 15,000 miles in two years. This is a sharp increase from the early years of ownership, where the car only recorded 3,262 miles by September 2019. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the engine bay for oil leaks. This is a chronic issue appearing in the records as far back as October 2022 and recurring through the October 2024 and October 2025 tests. The persistence of this leak suggests a failure to permanently seal a gasket or seal, which may lead to more significant engine contamination or oil loss if left unaddressed. The braking system also requires scrutiny. The October 2021 failure for thin brake pads and the October 2025 advisories for pitted and scored discs indicate a pattern of neglect regarding consumables. Because the car has spent long periods with low mileage, the discs have likely suffered from surface corrosion. A physical check of the brake pedal feel and a visual inspection of the disc surfaces are essential to determine if a full replacement is now necessary.