HONDA CIVIC EX VTEC CVT (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 550 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
97%
Total Tests (2024)
550
Avg Mileage
19,250 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 HONDA CIVIC EX VTEC CVT reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the HONDA brand average of 84%.
At 3 years old, 97% of HONDA CIVIC EX VTEC CVTs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 550 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 19,250 miles.
How does the 2021 HONDA CIVIC EX VTEC CVT compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 HONDA CIVIC EX VTEC CVT has 19,250 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2021 HONDA CIVIC EX VTEC CVT cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2021 HONDA CIVIC EX VTEC CVT
The 2021 HONDA CIVIC EX VTEC CVT is a city car with a 988cc petrol engine. 550 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 10% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 19,250 miles at 3 years old, HONDA CIVIC EX VTEC CVT owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 HONDA CIVIC EX VTEC CVT 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 2021 HONDA CIVIC EX VTEC CVT?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 97% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 HONDA CIVIC EX VTEC CVT
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.
Alternatives to the 2021 HONDA CIVIC EX VTEC CVT
The HONDA CIVIC EX VTEC CVT is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2019) 91% pass rate (-6%) from 124,950 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-9%) from 68,639 tests
- AUDI A3 (2019) 92% pass rate (-5%) from 41,215 tests
- FORD ECOSPORT (2019) 91% pass rate (-6%) from 40,644 tests