2021 Honda Civic Sr Vtec Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 710 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Honda Civic Sr Vtec Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 93.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.7% | 33 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.5% | 25 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.4% | 17 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.4% | 10 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.4% | 3 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.3% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 31 |
| 2 | Washers | 15 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 11 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 11 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 9 |
| 6 | Outline marker lamp | 4 |
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 | 24.5% | 174 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.7% | 76 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.9% | 49 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.8% | 34 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.1% | 15 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 3 |
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 | 516 | 5.8% |
| 30-60k | 186 | 9.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 345 | 7.8% |
| 2025 | 351 | 6.0% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Civic Sr Vtec Cvt
Before buying a 2021 Honda Civic Sr Vtec Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.7% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.7% 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.
- Tyres (3.5% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (2.4% 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 2021 Honda Civic Sr Vtec Cvts pass their MOT?
93.2% of the 710 2021 Honda Civic Sr Vtec Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Honda Civic Sr Vtec Cvt?
Visibility, recorded in 4.7% of tests, followed by tyres (3.5%).
Does the 2021 Civic Sr Vtec Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.8% in the 0-30k band to 9.1% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 710 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.