2018 Honda Civic 1.0L Petrol · YA68 VMY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test on May 12, 2026 at 56,636 miles secured a pass, it occurred just five days after a significant failure at 56,511 miles. That failure highlighted a structural bulge in the offside front tyre and a serious leak from the offside front shock absorber, suggesting the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced by the MOT tester. The mileage profile is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between May 2024 at 38,172 miles and May 2025 at 47,188 miles, the car covered roughly 9,000 miles, followed by another 9,448 miles in the final year leading to the latest test. This steady accumulation suggests regular road use, yet the recurring issues with tyres and brake components indicate that basic upkeep is frequently neglected between annual testing intervals. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension to ensure the shock absorber replaced in May 2026 was properly fitted and that no further leaks are present. The record shows a persistent trend of tyre neglect, with multiple advisories for nails, edge wear, and structural failures spanning from 2024 to 2026. Furthermore, since the rear brake pads were flagged as thin in 2025, the buyer should verify the remaining life on the braking components and confirm they were actually replaced following the previous failure.