Honda Civic Type R
Registered from 2020 to 2024.
About this model
The Honda Civic Type R is a series of hot hatchback and sports sedan models based on the Civic, developed and produced by Honda since September 1997. The first Civic Type R was the third model to receive Honda's Type R badge. Type R versions of the Civic typically feature a lightened and stiffened body, specially tuned engine, and upgraded brakes and chassis, and are offered only in five- or six-speed manual transmission. The drivetrain is front-engine, front-wheel drive. Like other Type R models, red is used in the background of the Honda badge to distinguish it from other models.
From the Wikipedia article Honda Civic Type R, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
What fails its inspection
Great Britain's MOT record for the 2020 2.0 petrol. 8 of 97 tests failed, 8%.
Better than 50% of 2020 cars. The typical one fails 8%, across 906 models with enough tests behind them to say.
| Where | Share of failures | Failed tests |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres and wheels | 63% | 5 |
| Brakes | 38% | 3 |
| Plates and identity | 13% | 1 |
The defects inspectors cite
- A tyre seriously damaged
- A brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
- A tyre cords visible or damaged
- A brake on any wheel grabbing severely
- Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements
- Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
Before you buy one
Built from what this car fails on, not from general knowledge of the model.
- Tyres and wheels — 63% of its failures
- A tyre seriously damaged
- A tyre cords visible or damaged
- A brake on any wheel grabbing severely
- Brakes — 38% of its failures
- A brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
- A brake on any wheel grabbing severely
- Plates and identity — 13% of its failures
Specification
| Year | Measured |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 2.0 petrol · 1433 kg · 2699 mm wheelbase · 8.1 L/100km (WLTP) |
Recalls
Filed by the manufacturer with a regulator. A recall is repaired free of charge, whoever owns the car now.
A12/01030/23
The driver's seat frame may break due to continuous external stress. In the event of an accident, this can prevent the driver restraint system from functioning, increasing the risk of injury. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
SR/00179/25
Due to a problem during the production process, the vibration of the engine can cause cracks inside the high-pressure fuel pump. This may lead to a fuel leak, increasing the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
SR/00641/25
A reduction in the amount of grease in the steering gearbox during use results in dangerously fluctuating torque during steering. This can create a loss of vehicle's control and increases the risk of accidents and injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users