2013 Honda Civic 1.8L Petrol · SP13 XCD

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, following a clean pass in its most recent test on 30 September 2025 at 37,987 miles. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory after a specific failure in late 2024. While the 2024 test identified faults, the subsequent pass without recorded defects indicates that the owner addressed the necessary repairs to bring the car back to a passing standard. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,922 miles per year. Between January 2023 and December 2023, the car covered only 1,834 miles, and it added 1,994 miles between the December 2024 and September 2025 tests. This low rate of use suggests the engine and drivetrain have faced minimal mechanical stress. However, such long periods of potential inactivity or infrequent use often lead to rubber-based component degradation rather than mechanical wear. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the tyres, as the December 2024 failure flagged all four tyres for perishing and surface cracking. Despite these likely being replaced, the low mileage increases the risk of age-related dry rot regardless of depth. The failure of the nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover in late 2024 also highlights that rubber components are prone to drying out over time. Check all suspension bushes, boots, and brake lines for signs of cracking or splitting to ensure the low mileage has not masked underlying material fatigue.