2012 Honda Civic 1.3L Petrol · RV62 GPX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a recurring trend of structural corrosion and deferred consumable repairs. The most recent test in October 2025 at 105,474 miles passed after a failure due to a split nearside front CV boot, a registration lamp fault, and a worn front tyre. While these issues were rectified to secure the pass, the persistence of structural concerns suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults when prompted by MOT failures rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 105,474 miles, the 14-year-old Civic averages approximately 7,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical low-intensity usage patterns. The data shows consistent mileage accumulation, with roughly 15,000 miles driven between September 2023 and September 2024, and another 15,000 miles between September 2024 and October 2025. This steady usage rate is consistent with the observed degradation of rubber components and the gradual progression of surface rust on the chassis. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the rear subframe and front suspension arms, as the tester flagged corrosion in these specific areas in 2023 and 2025. Although the records state the corrosion is not yet excessive or seriously weakened, the presence of rust on mounting points indicates a vulnerability to future structural failure. The buyer should also verify the nearside front CV boot for fresh grease leakage and inspect the rear brake discs for pitting, given the history of thin pads and scored discs recorded between 2022 and 2023.