Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Honda Civic Advance I Mmd CVT?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Honda Civic Advance I Mmd CVT?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Honda Civic Advance I Mmd CVT?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 Honda Civic Advance I Mmd CVT reliable?

Based on MOT data from 437 vehicles, the 2022 Honda Civic Advance I Mmd CVT has a first-time MOT pass rate of 98%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Honda Civic Advance I Mmd CVT?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Honda Civic Advance I Mmd CVT (2022)

437 real MOT outcomes analysed • 98% first-time pass rate

2022 Honda Civic Advance I Mmd CVT

CarHunch analysed 437 real MOT records for the 2022 Honda Civic Advance I Mmd CVT. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 437 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 2022 Honda Civic is exceptionally reliable, with a 96% first-time pass rate that sits 16 points above the UK average—you're looking at a car that rarely needs unplanned repairs at test time. The dangerous defect rate sits at just 0.2%, which is negligible and well below any concern threshold.

These cars are running around 19,600 miles on average, which is typical for two-year-old vehicles, and they're showing almost no failures (0.04 per vehicle) with minimal advisory items (0.4 per vehicle). When shopping for one, request the full MOT history to verify this pattern holds for your specific candidate, but this cohort suggests the hybrid CVT combination has proven robust in real-world use.

The 2022 Honda Civic Advance I Mmd CVT passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (98% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

98%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

0.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.04

Over 1.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

20k

Middle half: 15k–27k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 98% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 437 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 437 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,867 Honda Civic Advance I Mmd CVT vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 29.8%

854

Red 24.8%

710

Grey 19.9%

570

White 14.7%

422

Black 10.8%

311

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Honda Civic Advance I Mmd CVT vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

19,597

typical

14,646

low mileage

26,772

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Honda Civic Advance I Mmd CVT vehicles fall between 14,646 and 26,772 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 14,646 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 14,646–26,772 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Honda Civic Advance I Mmd CVTs sit.

⚠ Over 36,142 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.04

Avg failures per vehicle

0.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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