Honda Civic MOT Results

Registered in 2015
86.0% pass rate
from 15,201 tests in 2021
(31% better than other 2015 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2015 cars and highlighted areas where the Honda Civic is unusually good or bad.

  • 3.9% fail on Tyres
    • 2.2% fail on Condition
    • 1.9% fail on Tread depth (17% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.066% fail on Size/type
  • 3.4% fail on Visibility (13% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 2.3% fail on Wipers
    • 1.1% fail on Washers (20% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.046% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.046% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.020% fail on View to rear
      • 0.020% fail on Mirrors
    • 0.013% fail on Bonnet
    • 0.0066% fail on Driver's view
  • 3.1% fail on Brakes (12% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 2.5% fail on Mechanical brake components
      • 2.4% fail on Brake linings and pads (34% worse than other 2015 cars)
        • 2.4% fail on Brake pads (34% worse than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.020% fail on Brake linings
      • 0.20% fail on Brake discs and drums (67% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.20% fail on Brake discs (67% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.49% fail on Brake performance (55% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.33% fail on Service brake performance (46% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.33% fail on Rbt (45% better than other 2015 cars)
          • 0.24% fail on Service brake performance (53% better than other 2015 cars)
          • 0.099% fail on Service brake imbalance
        • 0.0066% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.0066% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.0066% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.0066% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 0.099% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
        • 0.099% fail on Rbt (sp)
          • 0.079% fail on Service brake imbalance
          • 0.020% fail on Service brake performance
      • 0.053% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (86% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.053% fail on Rbt (sp) (85% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.033% fail on Brake performance not tested
      • 0.0066% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 0.0066% fail on Rbt
          • 0.0066% fail on Parking brake performance
    • 0.14% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
      • 0.14% fail on Electronic stability control
      • 0.0066% fail on Anti-lock braking system
      • 0.0066% fail on Electronic braking system
    • 0.079% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
      • 0.072% fail on Pedal
      • 0.0066% fail on Hand lever
    • 0.046% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.046% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
    • 0.020% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.013% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.013% fail on Brake fluid
    • 0.0066% fail on Parking brake control
      • 0.0066% fail on Lever
    • 0.0066% fail on Rigid brake pipes
  • 2.9% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (35% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 1.3% fail on Headlamps (24% worse than other 2015 cars)
      • 1.3% fail on Headlamp (35% worse than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Headlamp levelling device
    • 1.2% fail on Headlamp aim (24% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 1.00% fail on Headlamp aim (35% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.23% fail on Headlamp aim not tested (130% worse than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.31% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (44% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.20% fail on Front and rear fog lamps
      • 0.20% fail on Rear fog lamp
        • 0.20% fail on Rear fog lamp
    • 0.12% fail on Direction indicators (71% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.12% fail on Flashing type (71% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.086% fail on Side repeaters (71% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.033% fail on Individual direction indicators (71% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.066% fail on Stop lamp (93% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.053% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.039% fail on Battery(ies)
      • 0.0066% fail on Electrical wiring
      • 0.0066% fail on Horn
    • 0.033% fail on Rear reflectors
    • 0.013% fail on Hazard warning
      • 0.013% fail on Switch
    • 0.0066% fail on Position lamps
      • 0.0066% fail on Position lamp
    • 0.0066% fail on Mandatory tell-tales
      • 0.0066% fail on Rear fog lamp tell-tale
  • 0.42% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (63% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.39% fail on Exhaust emissions (65% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.20% fail on Spark ignition (70% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.12% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (71% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.053% fail on Catalyst emissions (77% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.020% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.0066% fail on Non catalyst emissions
      • 0.19% fail on Compression ignition (59% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.15% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (48% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.026% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.0066% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0066% fail on Catalytic converter
        • 0.0066% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
    • 0.039% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.033% fail on Engine oil leaks
      • 0.0066% fail on Transmission oil leaks
    • 0.0066% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.0066% fail on Undertray
  • 0.35% fail on Suspension (89% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on Anti-roll bars (62% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.053% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
      • 0.039% fail on Linkage ball joints (63% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.026% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.11% fail on Shock absorbers (54% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.072% fail on Suspension arms (92% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.033% fail on Pins and bushes (92% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.020% fail on Ball joint dust cover (76% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Ball joint (97% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.0066% fail on Suspension arm
    • 0.033% fail on Springs (98% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.033% fail on Coil springs (98% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.033% fail on Coil spring (98% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.026% fail on Wheel bearings (80% better than other 2015 cars)
  • 0.20% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (48% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.12% fail on Seat belts
      • 0.11% fail on Condition
      • 0.0066% fail on Prescribed areas
    • 0.079% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (56% better than other 2015 cars)
  • 0.16% fail on Body, chassis, structure (83% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.046% fail on Transmission (88% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.046% fail on Drive shafts (87% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.046% fail on Joints (87% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.026% fail on Exhaust system (92% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.026% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.026% fail on Body
      • 0.026% fail on Other body component
    • 0.020% fail on Undertray
    • 0.0066% fail on Doors
      • 0.0066% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.0066% fail on Door condition
    • 0.0066% fail on Seats
      • 0.0066% fail on Driver's seat
  • 0.13% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.13% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.12% fail on Steering (69% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.099% fail on Steering linkage components (71% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.099% fail on Track rod end (68% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.013% fail on Electronic power steering
    • 0.0066% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.0066% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.0066% fail on Power steering
      • 0.0066% fail on Other components
  • 0.12% fail on Road Wheels (47% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on Attachment
    • 0.0066% fail on Condition
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