2003 Honda Civic 1.6L Petrol · RF03 MVA

The 2025‑07‑10 MOT at 128,906 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the DVSA roadworthiness standards. The alternating pass and fail pattern in the preceding years shows that any identified faults were remedied before the next test, resulting in a stable maintenance trend. The mileage trajectory shows a modest annual average of roughly 5,600 miles, yet the interval from July 2024 to July 2025 saw an increase to 9,166 miles, suggesting the car has been driven more actively in the past year while remaining within the low‑usage profile typical for a 23‑year‑old vehicle. A buyer should therefore concentrate on the mechanical components that triggered the earlier failures: examine the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear or cracking, verify that the rear brake calipers move freely and that the brake discs are not excessively worn or corroded, and inspect the chassis and bodywork for structural rust or damage that could affect integrity. A visual check of the exhaust system for corrosion, a review of tyre tread depth, and a test of steering and suspension for play will confirm whether the recent pass reflects genuine stability or merely the resolution of previously identified faults.