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Honda Civic SE Ctdi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Civic SE Ctdi reliable? We analysed 908 real MOT tests across 331 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 908 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
65.6%
Typical Mileage
133,693mi
Annual Mileage
5,759mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Honda Civic SE Ctdi is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Civic SE Ctdi.

Specifications

Honda Civic SE Ctdi — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Honda Civic SE Ctdi — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1686cc
Engine
99bhp
Power
11.5sec
0–62 mph
56.5mpg
Combined
134g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1686cc
Power
99 BHP
0–62 mph
11.5 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Blue
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
56.5 mpg
Urban
44.8 mpg
Extra-urban
64.2 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1606

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
134 g/km Band E
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Honda Civic SE Ctdi record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Honda Civic SE Ctdi Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Civic SE Ctdi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Civic SE Ctdi Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Civic SE Ctdi owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,057 mi/yr
Typical
5,759 mi/yr
Average
6,776 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,431 mi/yr

Honda Civic SE Ctdi Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Civic SE Ctdi MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
133,693 mi
75th Percentile
156,960 mi
95th Percentile
190,403 mi
Max Recorded
220,493 mi

How Does the Honda Civic SE Ctdi Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Civic SE Ctdi THIS CAR 65.6% 908 133,693 mi — yrs
Honda Civic 73.7% 9,391,580 74,987 mi 34 yrs
Honda Jazz 81% 5,740,892 48,635 mi 24 yrs
Honda Cr-v 78.5% 4,177,643 80,499 mi 29 yrs
Gilera Fuoco 88.1% 746 13,559 mi 19 yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Civic SE Ctdi trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Civic SE Ctdi?

The Honda Civic SE Ctdi has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.6% across 908 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Honda Civic SE Ctdi owner drives around 5,759 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Honda Civic SE Ctdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Civic SE Ctdi reliable?
Based on 908 MOT tests, the Honda Civic SE Ctdi has a 65.6% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Honda Civic SE Ctdi?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Honda Civic SE Ctdi do per year?
The typical Honda Civic SE Ctdi does around 5,759 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Civic SE Ctdi last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Civic SE Ctdi?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.