2011 Honda Civic 1.3L Petrol · YT61 BVV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward deferred consumable upkeep. While it passed its latest test in August 2025 at 84,111 miles, the tester flagged multiple advisories regarding tyre condition and brake wear that were absent in previous years. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to a list of wear-related defects suggests that the vehicle is now entering a phase requiring more frequent mechanical attention. The mileage profile is notably low for a 15-year-old Honda, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. The data shows consistent but infrequent usage, with only 5,181 miles covered between June 2023 and July 2024, and another 5,026 miles recorded between July 2024 and August 2025. This low annual mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components due to age rather than distance, which is consistent with the perishing and cracking of the offside rear tyre noted in the most recent inspection. A buyer must focus specifically on the rear braking system, as the record shows the rear brake discs have been pitted and scored since at least July 2024. By the 2025 test, the pads were also flagged as thin, indicating the entire rear assembly is nearing the end of its service life. The uneven wear on the front tyres also suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that should be verified to prevent further premature loss of rubber. Given the age of the vehicle and the reported perishing heat shield, a thorough physical inspection of the underbody for structural corrosion is essential to ensure the low mileage has not masked hidden rust.