2008 Honda Civic 2.0L Petrol · N222 AFG

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance trend indicates reactive than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 134,792 miles, this followed just ten days after a significant failure involving multiple systems. The tester identified a major exhaust leak, a heavy coolant leak, a fractured nearside front coil spring, and an illegal tyre tyre. The presence of these critical faults in a single session suggests the previous owner only addressed the minimum requirements to pass the MOT rather than performing comprehensive mechanical inspections. At 134,792 miles, the car has averaged approximately 7,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for an eighteen-year-old Honda Civic. The mileage accumulation appears consistent, with roughly 15,000 miles driven between the December 2024 and December 2025 tests. This steady usage combined with the age of the vehicle places significant stress on rubber components and metal fatigue. The recurring failure of the exhaust and cooling systems suggests that the vehicle is reaching the end of the lifecycle for various peripheral assemblies. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the cooling system and exhaust manifold. The coolant leak noted in late 2025 is a recurring concern that could indicate a head gasket issue or water pump failure if not properly rectified. The history also shows a persistent issue with the offside rear brake, which progressed from binding in 2023 to being pitted and scored by 2025. This necessitates a check for caliper seizure or excessive corrosion on the brake carrier assembly. Given the fractured coil spring found in 2025, the entire suspension geometry should be inspected for signs of wear or perished rubber on the bushes and dampers.