Is the 2020 HONDA CIVIC reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 93% of HONDA CIVICs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026, based on 7,003 tests. That's 11 points above the national average of 82%.

How much does a 2020 HONDA CIVIC cost to run?

Estimated annual running cost is £1,405 (£117/month), including £955 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 HONDA CIVIC?

The 2020 HONDA CIVIC has a 93% MOT pass rate based on 7,003 tests in 2026. This ranks 944 out of 2596 cars from 2020.

Which year HONDA CIVIC is most reliable?

The 2020 HONDA CIVIC has the highest MOT pass rate at 93%. The least reliable year is 2001 at 70%.

HONDA CIVIC (2020)

Q: What is the average mileage for a 2020 HONDA CIVIC?

The average mileage for a 2020 HONDA CIVIC is 31,000 miles, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 7,003 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,405

£117/month

MOT Pass Rate

93%

Excellent

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 1-8

988cc Petrol

Great Choice

93% pass rate, £1405/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

£955

Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,405

Per month£117/mo

Per week£27/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

93% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%National avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the HONDA brand average of 84%.

At 6 years old, 93% of HONDA CIVICs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 7,003 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 31,000 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 cars944th of 2,596(top 36%)

Rank among HONDA models88th of 422(top 21%)

vs national average+11%(82% avg)

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

vs HONDA average+9%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

31,000

Average miles

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2020 HONDA CIVIC has 31,000 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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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 with a 988cc petrol engine. 7,003 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 31,000 miles at 6 years old, HONDA CIVIC owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

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 £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 HONDA CIVIC?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,405 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £195 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 show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.

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

Based on the 2020 HONDA CIVIC's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

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 annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Insurance	Total/yr
HONDA CIVIC(2020)	93%	£955	£195	Grp 1-8	£1405
FORD FIESTA(2018)	90%	£955	£190	Grp 1-8	£1400-£5
VAUXHALL CORSA(2018)	85%	£1137	£190	Grp 8-20	£1732+£327
NISSAN QASHQAI(2018)	87%	£955	£190	Grp 5-15	£1550+£145
AUDI A3(2018)	92%	£955	£190	Grp 1-8	£1400-£5

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.