2012 Honda Civic 2.2L Diesel · SD12 HCC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent inspection without any defects. The test on 17 December 2025 at 208,565 miles showed no failures, indicating that the mechanical and structural components currently meet minimum legal standards. This represents an improvement over the December 2023 test, where thin rear brake pads were identified, suggesting the owner addressed that maintenance requirement promptly. The mileage data reflects high annual usage for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 15,000 miles per year. Between December 2021 and December 2025, the car covered 34,614 miles, maintaining a consistent interval of roughly 8,600 miles per annum. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has been used regularly, which often prevents the seal degradation associated with long standing periods. The lack of advisories across several years indicates a proactive approach to maintenance that likely catches minor issues before they reach a critical failure point. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and suspension assembly, given the high mileage and the previous report of thin pads in 2023. While the recent record is clean, the cumulative mileage of over 200,000 puts significant stress on rubber bushings, coil springs, and shock absorbers. Inspect the chassis for signs of corrosion on the sills and rear mounting points, as high-mileage older vehicles are prone to accelerated structural wear regardless of their MOT history.