2005 Honda Civic 1.6L Petrol · RF55 KKM

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile with a recent trend of failing on consumable items. The most recent test on 21 March 2026 at 95,258 miles shows a pass, but the vehicle failed initially due to both front tyres having tread depths below the 1.6mm legal requirement. While the most recent result is clean, the history suggests a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance, as seen in the 2025 failure involving a loose road wheel fixing and headlamp aim issues. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2005 model, averaging approximately 4,536 miles per year to reach 95,258 miles by March 2026. This low usage is consistent across the recorded history, with annual increments typically ranging between 3,000 and 4,000 miles. While low mileage reduces drivetrain wear, the record indicates the vehicle may have spent periods stationary, evidenced by the recurring issues with perishing rubber components and tyre cracking noted in the 2024 and 2017 tests. A prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the suspension and steering components. The MOT history shows a long-standing trend of deterioration in suspension arm ball joint dust covers and wishbone bushes, with faults appearing consistently from 2017 through to 2021. Although these specific items were not flagged in the most recent 2026 test, the historical frequency suggests that rubber bushings and ball joints are a recurring weak point on this vehicle. Mechanical attention should also be directed toward the gearbox and braking system. The tester flagged a non-excessive gearbox oil leak in the March 2024 test, a condition that has appeared intermittently in previous years. Furthermore, the 2024 record noted pitted and scored rear brake discs. Given the low annual mileage and the history of tyre and lighting failures, a physical check of the braking hardware and the integrity of all rubber seals and hoses is essential to ensure the vehicle has not suffered from age-related degradation.