2002 Honda Civic 1.6L Petrol · OV02 JCY

The MOT record for this 2002 Honda Civic shows an inconsistent maintenance trend characterized by intermittent failures for consumable and electrical components. The most recent test on 7 October 2022 resulted in a failure due to an ineffective offside windscreen wiper, though the vehicle passed immediately following the rectification of this issue. Previous testing shows a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care, particularly evidenced by the dangerous failure on 2 September 2021. The vehicle has covered 120,831 miles over its lifespan, averaging approximately 5,035 miles per year. This represents low annual usage for a vehicle of this age. The recorded data shows a consistent annual testing pattern from 2017 through 2022, though the mileage increments between specific tests are not provided to confirm exact annual usage rates. The gap between the last recorded test in October 2022 and the current date of 31 August 2026 suggests the vehicle has not been tested for nearly four years, which is a significant period for a vehicle of this vintage. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension system. The test on 9 August 2018 flagged advisory notices for worn nearside and offside front suspension arm pins or bushes. While these did not cause a failure at that time, the age of the vehicle makes the condition of these rubber components a priority. The 2 September 2021 failure for a tyre with tread below 1.6mm and an advisory for a nearside front tyre worn on the edge indicates that tyre management has been neglected in the past. Electrical components and visibility items require verification. The 2021 record noted failures regarding the nearside front position lamp and offside stop lamp, while the 2022 record identified a failing windscreen wiper. Given the age and the history of bulb and wiper failures, a manual check of all exterior lighting, wiper motor operation, and the condition of the windscreen is necessary. The lack of recent MOT data since late 2022 means the current state of the braking system, exhaust emissions, and structural integrity remains unverified. buying_score: 55 risk_level: Medium.