2010 Honda Civic 1.3L Petrol · SL10 PKF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent history indicates a concerning decline in maintenance standards following several years of clean records. The most recent test in June 2025 at 85,950 miles passed, following a significant failure just nine days prior at 85,573 miles. That failure revealed multiple critical issues including a major exhaust leak, an ABS fault, and incorrect headlamp aim. The transition from a clean record to a long list of mechanical failures suggests the vehicle has been subject to reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. The mileage pattern is inconsistent for a sixteen-year-old vehicle. While the car averages approximately 5,400 miles per year, there is a notable discrepancy between July 2022 (74,477 miles) and June 2024 (99,572 miles), where the car covered over 25,000 miles in just two years. Conversely, the drop to 85,950 miles in the June 2025 test suggests either a recording error or a significant period of stationary use. Low mileage on a high-age vehicle often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seals, and brake hardware despite low mechanical wear. A buyer must prioritise an inspection of the nearside front assembly. The 2025 failure flagged a rough wheel bearing and a persistent gearbox oil leak from the driveshaft seal which remained present during the passing test. The exhaust system and lambda sensor also require scrutiny to ensure proper repair, and the ABS system should be verified to ensure the fault code was not merely cleared rather than fixed. Check for structural corrosion on the chassis and suspension mounting, as the low-mileage nature of the vehicle does not protect against environmental rust over sixteen years.