Honda Civic Sr Vtec (2021)
2021 Honda Civic Sr Vtec
CarHunch analysed 1,035 real MOT records for the 2021 Honda Civic Sr Vtec. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2021 Honda Civic SR VTEC is noticeably more reliable than the UK average, with a 91.4% first-time pass rate against the typical 80%, and only 6.8% of vehicles have ever suffered a dangerous defect—well below the threshold where safety becomes a real concern. This petrol model arrives at MOT in good condition, averaging just 0.21 failures per vehicle.
At 25,025 miles median, these cars are right where you'd expect them to be for their age, which means the strong pass rate reflects genuine durability rather than just light use. The 1.8 average advisories per vehicle suggests minor wear and tear is emerging, so budget for small maintenance items, but the overall picture is a straightforward, dependable car—have a pre-purchase inspection focus on brake fluid condition and suspension bushes, where Japanese models often show early advisories.
What to check before buying a 2021 Honda Civic Sr Vtec
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (96%) | 997 | 91.2% | 0.22 |
| Other (4%) | 38 | 98.7% | 0.03 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Honda Civic Sr Vtec vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2021 Honda Civic Sr Vtec vehicles fall between 18,643 and 32,562 miles.
MOT History Averages
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