HONDA CIVIC SR VTEC CVT (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 31 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
97%
Total Tests (2024)
31
Avg Mileage
33,634 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2019 HONDA CIVIC SR 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 5 years old, 97% of HONDA CIVIC SR VTEC CVTs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 31 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 33,634 miles.
How does the 2019 HONDA CIVIC SR VTEC CVT compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 HONDA CIVIC SR VTEC CVT has 33,634 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a HONDA CIVIC SR VTEC CVT?
The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 92%. The 2019 sits between the two at 97%.
How much does a 2019 HONDA CIVIC SR 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.
HONDA CIVIC SR VTEC CVT by Year
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About the 2019 HONDA CIVIC SR VTEC CVT
The 2019 HONDA CIVIC SR VTEC CVT is a city car with a 988cc petrol engine. 31 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 11% of all 2019 cars for reliability.
With an average of 33,634 miles at 5 years old, HONDA CIVIC SR VTEC CVT owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2019 HONDA CIVIC SR 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 2019 HONDA CIVIC SR 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 2019 HONDA CIVIC SR VTEC CVT
At 5 years old, the HONDA CIVIC SR VTEC CVT offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 95%. Note: with only 31 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2019 HONDA CIVIC SR VTEC CVT
The HONDA CIVIC SR 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 (2018) 90% pass rate (-7%) from 157,746 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-11%) from 100,176 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2017) 82% pass rate (-15%) from 90,285 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2017) 84% pass rate (-13%) from 80,360 tests