2019 Honda Civic 1.0L Petrol · OW68 YFV

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy condition, having passed its most recent MOT on 31 January 2026 at 34,827 miles without any defects. The maintenance trend shows improvement following a significant failure in early 2025. While the car previously struggled with consumable wear and tyre-related issues, the subsequent pass a month later indicates that the owner addressed these faults, bringing the vehicle back to a clean standard. The mileage profile is low for a seven-year-old Honda, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 9,454 miles between January 2023 and February 2024, followed by another 7,621 miles in the following year. This low-frequency usage suggests short-distance trips or occasional storage which can sometimes lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and fluids, as seen with the perishing tyre sidewall noted during the 2023 test. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front suspension components, as the 2023 test at 12,545 miles flagged light oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber. While this was not a failure at the time, misting indicates a weeping seal that may eventually require replacement. Additionally, the 2025 failure due to thin brake pads and worn discs suggests the braking system is reaching the end of its interval despite the low mileage. Verify the current thickness of the front discs and pads to ensure the repairs performed after February 2025 were thorough and have held well.