2005 Honda Civic 1.6L Petrol · RN54 WWA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in January 2026, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. While the car passed its latest test, it failed just two miles prior at 125,491 miles due to excessively worn front suspension arm pins and bushes on both sides. These mechanical failures were rectified before the retest, yet the presence of failures for deteriorated registration plates suggests that the owner may only be addressing faults when they directly threaten an MOT pass. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 125,493 miles represents a low average of approximately 6,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage over the last three years, with roughly 6,000 miles driven between the January 2025 and January 2026 tests. This low-mile profile generally limits the wear on the drivetrain, though it often leads to the degradation of rubber components due to age. The clean records from 2023 and 2024 indicate a period of relative stability before more recent suspension-related issues emerged. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension assembly to ensure the recently replaced arm bushes were fitted correctly and that no further components are perished. The 2025 test flagged thin front brake pads and an unevenly wornside tyre, suggesting a pattern of running consumables until they reach legal or functional limits. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, a physical inspection is required to check for structural corrosion on the sills and brake lines, as these are common failure points for this generation of Honda Civic that do not always trigger failures until they become significant.