2020 Honda Civic Sr Vtec Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 898 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Honda Civic Sr Vtec Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.7% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.5% | 40 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.7% | 33 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.2% | 20 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.1% | 19 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.3% | 3 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.1% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 29 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 25 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 20 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 11 |
| 5 | Washers | 11 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 5 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 23.5% | 211 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.4% | 120 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.7% | 42 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.0% | 36 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.2% | 20 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.1% | 1 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 632 | 6.2% |
| 30-60k | 247 | 10.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 302 | 6.0% |
| 2024 | 290 | 5.9% |
| 2025 | 296 | 10.5% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Civic Sr Vtec Cvt
Before buying a 2020 Honda Civic Sr Vtec Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.5% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.5% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (3.7% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (2.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2020 Honda Civic Sr Vtec Cvts pass their MOT?
92.7% of the 898 2020 Honda Civic Sr Vtec Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Honda Civic Sr Vtec Cvt?
Tyres, recorded in 4.5% of tests, followed by visibility (3.7%).
Does the 2020 Civic Sr Vtec Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.2% in the 0-30k band to 10.1% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 898 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.