Honda Civic (2020)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 7,003 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,630

£136/month

MOT Pass Rate

93%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 1-8

988cc Petrol

Great Choice

93% pass rate, £1,630/year to run. 11 points above average.

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Petrol988cc6 years old7,003 tests31k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 988cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,630

Per month£136/mo

Per week£31/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

93% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Honda brand average of 84%.

93% of MOT tests on Honda Civics from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 7,003 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 31,000 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 models920th of 2,554(top half)

Rank among Honda models87th of 402(top 22%)

vs average of all models+11%(82% avg)

vs 2020 models average+1%(92% avg)

vs Honda average+9%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

31,000

Average miles

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2020 Honda Civic had 31,000 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Honda Civic by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	92%	349	26,594 mi
2020	93%	7,003	31,000 mi
2019	92%	24,222	38,422 mi
2018	90%	26,013	46,367 mi
2017	90%	26,452	51,272 mi
2016	89%	26,607	63,520 mi
2015	87%	24,580	73,001 mi
2014	86%	23,400	81,465 mi
2013	85%	24,777	91,361 mi
2012	83%	21,831	94,140 mi
2011	76%	20,167	92,437 mi
2010	75%	31,308	104,886 mi
2009	74%	36,553	111,499 mi
2008	72%	40,632	118,507 mi
2007	72%	45,025	122,456 mi
2006	71%	28,045	126,100 mi
2005	73%	24,685	110,833 mi
2004	72%	20,938	113,431 mi
2003	70%	14,502	108,344 mi
2002	72%	12,455	110,076 mi
2001	70%	8,335	103,354 mi
2000	77%	2,871	96,666 mi
1999	75%	4,540	98,943 mi
1998	73%	3,450	97,935 mi
1997	72%	2,947	98,250 mi
1996	73%	2,065	99,417 mi
1995	80%	1,223	100,022 mi
1994	80%	781	93,399 mi
1993	88%	427	92,937 mi
1992	87%	297	97,411 mi
1991	83%	581	103,278 mi
1990	79%	253	89,385 mi

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About the 2020 Honda Civic

The 2020 Honda Civic is a city car. Our records list a 988cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 7,003 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all models from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 31,000 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Honda Civic owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2020 Honda Civic Fuel Costs

The modest 988cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,175 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 Honda Civic?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,630 (£136/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Honda Civic Reliability Trend

Newer Honda Civics pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 6 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2020 Honda Civic

At 6 years old, the Honda Civic offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. With 7,003 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2020 Honda Civic stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Honda Civic(2020)	93%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630
Ford Fiesta(2018)	90%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same
Vauxhall Corsa(2018)	85%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£373
Nissan Qashqai(2018)	87%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780+£150
Audi A3(2018)	92%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2020 Honda Civic

Is the 2020 Honda Civic reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 93% of MOT tests on 2020 Honda Civics ended in a pass, from 7,003 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2020 Honda Civic cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,630 a year (£136 a month): £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 Honda Civic?

93% of 7,003 MOT tests on the 2020 Honda Civic ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 920th of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (top half).

Which year Honda Civic has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Honda Civic has the highest MOT pass rate at 93% and the 2001 the lowest at 70%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2020 Honda Civic?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Honda Civic is 31,000 miles, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.