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Honda Civic Common Problems, Faults & Repair Costs (2026)

Based on official DVSA MOT test data. View the most common MOT failure categories, pass rates, and estimated repair costs for the Honda Civic (2000–present).

MOT Pass Rate

83.5%1.5% above national avg (82%)

Reliability rating: Good — based on approx. 72,000 tests

Dangerous Defects

1.40%

Moderate risk

Retest Rate

11.5%

of failed tests need a retest

Top MOT Failure Categories

1

Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment

Est. repair: £40–£200

14.5%
2

Suspension

Est. repair: £120–£450

12.5%
3

Brakes

Est. repair: £100–£350

10.8%
4

Tyres

Est. repair: £50–£120 per tyre

10.0%
5

Exhaust, fuel and emissions

Est. repair: £40–£200

7.2%

Where Faults Occur

31.0%

Front

27.0%

Rear

20.0%

Offside

Mileage Benchmarks

At 3 years

22,000 mi

At 5 years

38,000 mi

At 10 years

72,000 mi

Significantly higher or lower mileage than these benchmarks may indicate unusual usage patterns. Check the full MOT history for mileage consistency.

Is a Honda Civic a Good Buy?

The Honda Civic demonstrates above-average reliability based on MOT test data, with a 83.5% pass rate. This places it 1.5% above the national average, suggesting lower ongoing maintenance costs compared to many competitors.

While no car is without faults, lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues are the most common concern, affecting approximately 14.5% of failed tests. These tend to be relatively affordable to fix at £30–£150.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common MOT faults on a Honda Civic?
The top MOT failure on the Honda Civic is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, accounting for approximately 14.5% of all failures. Other common issues include suspension and brakes.
What is the Honda Civic MOT pass rate?
The Honda Civic has an estimated MOT pass rate of 83.5%, which is 1.5% above the national average of 82%. This rates the Honda Civic as "Good" for MOT reliability.
Is the Honda Civic reliable?
Based on DVSA MOT data, the Honda Civic has a good reliability record with a 83.5% pass rate. It has a dangerous defect rate of 1.40% and a retest rate of 11.5%.
How much does it cost to fix common Honda Civic MOT failures?
Typical repair costs for Honda Civic MOT failures range from £30–£200 for lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues to £120–£450 for suspension problems. Prices are estimates based on typical UK independent garage rates.
What mileage should a Honda Civic have?
Based on MOT test data, the average Honda Civic covers approximately 22,000 mi by 3 years, 38,000 mi by 5 years, and 72,000 mi by 10 years. Significantly higher or lower mileage may warrant closer inspection.
Should I buy a used Honda Civic?
The Honda Civic is generally a solid choice based on MOT data. Check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before purchasing, paying particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues and mileage consistency.
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