Honda Civic MOT Failure Rate — 11-15 Years Old

40.0%
MOT failure rate for 11-15-year-old Honda Civic vehicles
Based on 408,665 MOT tests
12.0pp above the UK average (28%)

This model shows significant deterioration in this age bracket, with a 40.0% failure rate. Pre-MOT inspection strongly recommended, especially for lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (11-15 Years)

Which parts of a 11-15-year-old Honda Civic are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 11.5%
Suspension 7.3%
Brakes 4.5%
Tyres 3.4%
Visibility 2.7%
Body & Chassis 1.5%
Steering 1.0%

How Does This Compare?

Honda Civic MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 7.3% 32,948 Tyres
3-5 years 11.7% 170,971 Visibility
6-10 years 19.8% 311,245 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 40.0% 408,665 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 43.5% 352,570 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 11-15 year old Honda Civic reliable?

11-15-year-old Honda Civic vehicles have a 40.0% failure rate, which is above average. Consider a pre-MOT inspection, particularly checking lamps & electrics.

What are the common MOT failures on a 11-15 year old Honda Civic?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 11.5% failure risk
  • Suspension — 7.3% failure risk
  • Brakes — 4.5% failure risk

How can I prepare my Honda Civic for its MOT?

For a 11-15-year-old Honda Civic, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 11-15-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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