2007 Honda Civic 2.2L Diesel · MF07 AOW

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently questionable, showing a worsening trend in mechanical neglect. The most recent test in February 2025 at 107,495 miles resulted in a failure due to multiple critical issues including a worn ball joint and corroded rear coil springs. While the vehicle passed previous tests, the appearance of a binding rear brake caliper and thin pads indicates that basic braking maintenance is only being addressed after components reach a failure point rather than on a preventative schedule. At 107,495 miles, this 19-year-old Honda shows low annual usage, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. However, there is a significant data gap in the records between February 2021 at 97,930 miles and May 2023 at 102,136 miles. This two-year period with only 4,200 miles driven suggests long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and accelerated corrosion as seen in the perished tyres and pitted brake discs. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension and braking system. The corroded coil springs have appeared as an advisory since 2023 and finally caused a failure in 2025, suggesting structural fatigue in the spring steel. The offside rear brake was specifically flagged as binding, which requires a check for seized caliper pistons or perished rubber lines. Additionally, the worn nearside front lower arm ball joint and the misting offside rear shock absorber indicate that the suspension geometry is nearing the end of its life. The recurring issue of pitting and scoring on brake discs across all recorded tests suggests the vehicle has sat stationary for long enough to allow rust to etch the metal surfaces. The buyer should also verify the functionality of the windscreen washer and headlamps, which were noted in the most recent failure. Given the low mileage and the age of the vehicle, the primary risks are age-related corrosion and component decay rather than mechanical wear from distance.