2003 Honda Civic 1.4L Petrol · RJ03 NHT

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, evidenced by a clean MOT pass on 9 June 2025 at 140,455 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record reveals a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes. In both 2024 and 2025, the car failed its initial test but passed a retest just a few days later. This suggests the previous owner addresses specific mechanical defects only when prompted by a test failure rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is consistent with a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,100 miles per year. Between June 2023 at 134,080 miles and June 2024 at 138,475 miles, the car covered 4,395 miles, followed by another 1,975 miles leading up to the 2025 test. This relatively low annual mileage reduces the overall wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but long periods of lower use can lead to the degradation of rubber components such as suspension bushes and brake lines. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and undercarriage. Given the age of this Honda Civic, corrosion on the sills, wheel arches, and rear subframe mounting points is a common failure point for this generation. While the MOT records show no current advisories, the recurring retest failures indicate that components like light bulbs or brake elements are being run to their limit. Inspect for signs of fluid leaking from calipers or perished shock absorbers to ensure the recent passes reflect genuine mechanical health rather than temporary fixes.