2002 Honda Accord 2.0L Petrol · MD51 HRF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent maintenance record over the last several years. The most recent test on 16 March 2026 at 111,509 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, despite an initial failure on the same day. This suggests a minor issue was identified and rectified immediately prior to the re-test. The lack of recorded advisories or failures across the previous three tests since 2022 indicates that the vehicle has maintained a high standard of presentation without significant mechanical or structural degradation. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,646 miles per year. Between October 2023 and March 2025, the car covered 7,716 miles, while the interval between March 2025 and March 2026 saw only 3,301 miles recorded from 108,208 to 111,509 miles. This low-frequency usage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though the age of the vehicle increases the risk of rubber-based components perishing due due to time rather than distance travelled. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on age-related degradation that the MOT test may not fully capture. While the record is clean, the chassis must be inspected for structural corrosion on the sills, wheel arches, and subframes, which are common on Hondas of this era. Examine the suspension bushes for cracking and check the condition of the brake lines and hoses, as low mileage can sometimes lead to seized caliper pistons. The clean history suggests a well-cared-for example, but verifying the tyre age and fluid freshness is essential to ensure the vehicle remains reliable for immediate use.