2004 Honda Civic 2.0L Petrol · TV02 ASH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of structural and mechanical degradation. While it passed its most recent test in April 2026 at 149,190 miles, the record shows a persistent failure to address recurring suspension issues and structural corrosion. The structural failure in March 2024 due to excessive corrosion on the floor and sills indicates that the vehicle has reached a critical point regarding its metal integrity, which appears to be managed through reactive rather than comprehensive repairs. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. Between February 2023 at 141,191 miles and April 2026 at 149,190 miles, the car covered roughly 8,000 miles. This low rate of use suggests the vehicle is not driven frequently, which often accelerates the aging of rubber components and the progression of surface rust into structural rot despite the low mileage-related wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the inner sills and floor mounting points, as the tester repeatedly noted weakness and corrosion in these areas since 2023. The front suspension ball joints are a recurring fault point, with play and deteriorated dust covers flagged in every test since 2023; these components require immediate replacement to prevent a total steering failure. The oil leak noted in the 2026 test also requires monitoring to ensure it is not indicative of a major seal failure. Furthermore, the corrosion on the exhaust and the seat belt anchor-related inner sills suggests a high risk of future MOT failures as the structural metal continues to thin.