2014 Honda Civic 1.8L Petrol · RO14 YCF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in June 2025 at 78,210 miles. However, the maintenance trend reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive prevention. The failure in June 2025 occurred just three days before the successful test, due to a missing offside front anti-roll bar linkage and a defective nearside headlamp. While these issues were rectified immediately, the presence of a missing structural component suggests the owner only addressed mechanical faults once they resulted in an MOT failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's twelve-year age, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. The data shows steady usage with 178 miles recorded between July 2023 and June 2024, and another 4,135 miles between June 2024 and June 2025. This low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, but long periods of sitting can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals, which aligns with the suspension issues observed in the record. A buyer should perform a close physical inspection of the entire suspension system. The June 2024 failure flagged serious fluid leaks on both rear shock absorbers, and while these were replaced, the buyer should check for signs of weeping or perished rubber bushings elsewhere. The missing anti-roll bar linkage in 2025 also highlights a need to verify that all suspension bolts are secure and components present. Given the age of the car, checking the chassis for corrosion corrosion is also essential to ensure that the low mileage has not masked underlying structural integrity issues.