2009 Honda Civic 2.0L Petrol · WV09 CFM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in March 2026 at 112,196 miles resulted in an initial failure due to minor lighting issues and a pitted or scored offside rear brake disc. While the car passed immediately after these repairs, the recurring nature of failures for basic bulbs and consumable components suggests the owner often only addresses defects when they are forced to do so by the MOT tester. At approximately 17 years old, the recorded 112,196 miles represent a low annual average of roughly 6,600 miles. This mileage is consistent with a light-use vehicle but can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals due to age. Between February 2025 and March 2026, the vehicle covered over 7,000 miles, indicating a slight recent increase in usage compared to previous years. The three-year gap between 2022 and 2025 shows a period where the vehicle remained mechanically sound without defects, which is a positive indicator of structural integrity during that window. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension components, as the record previously flagged a serious fluid leak on the nearside front shock absorber at 89,614 miles. Given the failure of the offside rear brake disc in the most recent test, a thorough check of the brake calipers and rotors is necessary to ensure the pitting is not caused by persistent moisture ingress or seized pistons. The history of a broken exhaust silencer bracket in 2021 also warrants a visual inspection of the exhaust system hangings to ensure no further corrosion or structural fatigue has developed since the repair.