2002 Honda Civic 1.4L Petrol · SY52 ASZ

The 2002 Honda Civic has a recent MOT failure dated 2022-03-16 at 130,306 miles, showing recurring issues with brake pipe corrosion, tyre damage, and a parking brake efficiency failure. These problems mirror earlier MOT records, including a 2021 pass with suspension mounting corrosion and a 2020 pass noting front brake imbalance and floor corrosion. The same brake pipe corrosion and tyre issues appeared in both the 2022 pass and fail entries, suggesting unresolved or recurring faults. The vehicle’s mileage of 130,306 miles over 24 years equates to roughly 5,429 miles annually, which is low for its age. This could indicate light use or prolonged periods of inactivity, both of which may contribute to corrosion, rubber component degradation (e.g., tyres), and mechanical stiffness. However, the low mileage does not fully explain the recurring brake and suspension issues, which point to potential maintenance neglect or environmental exposure. The trend in MOT results shows persistent corrosion in brake components (1.1.11 (c)) and tyre wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii)), with the 2022 failure adding a parking brake efficiency issue (1.4.2 (a) (i)). These patterns suggest the vehicle’s condition has not improved and may be deteriorating, particularly in critical safety areas like braking and tyre integrity. The lack of significant repairs between 2018 and 2022 raises concerns about ongoing maintenance. A buyer should prioritize inspecting the brake system for further corrosion, especially nearside and offside brake pipes, and check for oil leaks.