2018 Honda Civic 1.0L Petrol · PL18 HHZ

The 2018 Honda Civic passed its most recent MOT on 14 July 2025 at 20,544 miles, but the maintenance trend is not stable. The car has shifted from a clean record to a recurring tyre condition that appears to be worsening. In both the July 2025 and July 2024 tests, the tester flagged cracking or perishing on multiple tyres under item 5.2.3 (d) (ii). In 2024 only the nearside front and nearside rear were flagged. By 2025 all four tyres carried the same advisory. That progression suggests the rubber has continued to degrade across the whole set rather than being resolved with replacement. The car remains roadworthy, but the pattern points to deferred basic upkeep rather than a one-off defect. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old car. The recorded figure of 20,544 miles works out to roughly 2,568 miles per year, well below the UK annual average. The MOT history shows a steady but modest climb from 9,015 miles in July 2021 to 20,544 miles in July 2025, with no large jumps or gaps in the annual test record. The vehicle appears to have been used sparingly and consistently rather than sitting unused for long periods, though the tyre perishing raises the possibility of prolonged static parking or infrequent use. A buyer should treat the recurring tyre advisories as a prompt for closer inspection. All four tyres are flagged for cracking or perishing, which can indicate age-related deterioration rather than simple wear. Check the date codes on each tyre and confirm whether the set has been replaced since the July 2025 test. Inspect sidewalls carefully for deep cracking, cuts, or bulging, and verify tread depth against the UK legal minimum of 1.6 mm across the central three-quarters of the tread. If the tyres are original or several years old, budget for a full replacement set. Beyond the tyres, the clean MOT record between 2021 and 2023 suggests no major structural or mechanical defects were identified during that period. Still, a physical inspection should cover suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for wear or corrosion, particularly given the low mileage and potential for standing. Check brake discs, pads, and calipers for uneven wear or binding, and examine the underside and wheel arches for any signs of rust or structural deterioration that may not have been visible during a standard MOT.