2004 Honda Civic 1.6L Petrol · SH54 KPX

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently compromised by a clear trend of worsening structural degradation. The most recent MOT recorded in October 2022 at 114,457 miles resulted in a failure due to excessive corrosion on the chassis leg at the rear suspension mounting. This specific defect significantly reduced the structural strength of the frame, and the same test also identified a fractured nearside coil spring and an inoperative plate lamp. Since nearly four years have passed since this failure, the vehicle is likely off the road or overdue without significant structural repairs. The vehicle shows a consistently low mileage profile of 114,457 miles over 22 years, averaging approximately 5,200 miles per annum. While low mileage often suggests mechanical longevity, the data indicates this particular Honda has suffered from age-related oxidation. Between October 2018 at 92,227 miles and October 2022 at 114,457 miles, the car covered only 22,230 miles, yet the structural integrity deteriorated from a clean record to a critical failure in the rear mounting points. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underside, focusing specifically on the rear suspension mounting areas and chassis legs. The history shows a recurring pattern of coil spring failure, starting with corrosion noted in 2020 and 2021, culminating in a fracture by 2022. The front suspension arm ball joints and bushes have also shown signs of wear in previous tests, suggesting the rubber and metal components are reaching their end life. Given the structural failure in the last recorded test, a professional inspection is required to determine if the corrosion has been professionally treated or if it continues to spread.