Honda Civic Mk11 (FL) (2022-present) reliability
Honda Civic Mk11 (FL) built around 2022: about average at the MOT
Honda Civic Mk11 (FL) models built around 2022 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age.
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Key figure
7% of MOT tests on Honda Civic Mk11 (FL) models built around 2022 ended in a fail (retests included), against 7% for similar cars the same age.
Most common issue
The most common MOT issue on Honda Civic Mk11 (FL) models built around 2022 involves the tyres.
Based on 943 tests of Civic models registered 2022+.
About 1 in 20 hybrid electric Civic cars registered in 2022 (5%) failed their first MOT.
Based on 1,083 first MOTs (DVSA MOT results, 2025).
About 1 in 150 Civic Mk11 (FL) MOTs (0.6%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2022 (3 years old), all fuels combined.
Based on 943 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 0.3% and 1.4%. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.
1.6% of Civic Mk11 (FL) MOTs found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2022 (3 years old).
Based on 943 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 1.0% and 2.6%. Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.
Mk11 (FL) fail rate by age
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 3 years old.
How the Civic Mk11 (FL) compares
At each age below, see how the Civic Mk11 (FL) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.
Based on 28,072 tests across 6 Honda models, built around 2022 (3 years old).
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.
What to check before viewing
The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.
Brake pads
High priorityAsk when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.
Tyres
Worth checkingCheck tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Shock absorbers
Worth checkingBounce-test each corner; check for oily streaks down the strut bodies.
Vehicle-specific check
Worth checkingCheck the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
Other hatchbacks to compare
Other hatchbacks, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Civic Mk11 (FL).
- 1
Kia Rio
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 9.4%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.8%
- Dangerous
- 2.7%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 93.9%
No clear edge over the Honda Civic Mk11 (FL) on these figures.
4,919 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- 2
Abarth 595
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 9.5%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 1.8%
- Dangerous
- 3.5%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 88.5%
No clear edge over the Honda Civic Mk11 (FL) on these figures.
1,572 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- Fail rate
- = the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- = the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
- Dangerous
- = the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
- Still registered at 10 years
- = the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.
Recall context
73 recalls in all4 of the 73 Civic Mk11 (FL) recalls cover cars built in these years.
- 1 Critical
- 3 more
Top concerns
- 23YM Civic Lithium-Ion battery negative terminal defect
- 22-25M Civic and other models EPS gear box worm wheel swelling failure 6JP
- 23-25M high pressure fuel pump solenoid component part breakage - 6YP
For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.
Mk11 (FL) variants compared
Civic Mk11 (FL) variants built around 2022
The fail rate for each Civic Mk11 (FL) variant, grouped by fuel. Each row counts fails per MOT test, the same way as the main fail rate chart.
Hybrid electric
- CIVIC SPORT I-MMD CVT4.7%298 tests
- CIVIC ADVANCE I-MMD CVT3.5%282 tests
Most common issues on Honda Civics of this age
This list covers every Honda Civic built around 2022, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk11 (FL) on its own.
Most common advisories and fails
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
- 111.8%Advisory
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
- 29.4%Advisory
Brake pads wearing thin
- 36.8%Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
- 45.0%Advisory
Tyre has a cut that does not reach the ply or cords
- 53.6%Advisory
Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
Based on 3,047 tests
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Frequently asked questions
Built around 2022 (3 years old), the Honda Civic Mk11 (FL) (2022-present) fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 943 3-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.