2014 Honda Civic 1.6L Diesel · DG64 ABX
2014 Honda Civic (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2014. Recorded mileage 147,521 miles. MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- HONDA CIVIC
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,521 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DG64 ABX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/08/2026
- 147,521 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
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DG64 ABX MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Honda Civic (DG64 ABX) between September 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 18 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
DG64 ABX Mileage History
- 07/09/2022107,689 mi
- 04/09/2023127,524 mi+19,835 mi
- 30/08/2024135,083 mi+7,559 mi
- 10/09/2025140,733 mi+5,650 mi
- 31/08/2026147,521 mi+6,788 mi
Average of roughly 10,006 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This 2014 Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC is a hi
Given the volume and recurring nature of advisories on this particular vehicle, any purchase should be conditional on a thorough independent inspection, ideally by a garage familiar with Honda Civics of this era. Pay particular attention to the front suspension components — both nearside and offside front arms and their bushes have been flagged in two consecutive MOTs (2025 and 2026), suggesting wear that may soon progress to failure. The underbody corrosion noted in August 2026 is a particular concern on a 12-year-old diesel, so inspect the sills, subframe and rear axle mounts on a ramp before committing. Use the advisory list as a negotiation point: even though the car has passed every test, the buyer will be inheriting jobs on suspension, brake discs (front and rear), a corroded brake pipe and likely an oil leak. The Civic 1.6 i-DTEC is generally well-regarded for engine longevity, but at 147,521 miles the timing chain, dual-mass flywheel and EGR valve are all items that experienced buyers of this engine typically budget for. Check for any service history paperwork beyond MOT records, as diesel Civics of this mileage really should have had cambelt replacements documented.
The 1.6 i-DTEC diesel is one of the more economical Civics, with official combined fuel economy figures in the high 60s to low 70s mpg for earlier examples, though real-world figures on a 147,000-mile car will typically be in the mid-50s. Road tax falls in a low-to-middle VED band for this engine, and insurance is generally reasonable in group 15-16 for this Civic variant. The bigger running-cost concern here is the cluster of advisories: brake discs all round, suspension components, and corrosion work are likely to run into four figures at a main dealer and even a few hundred pounds at an independent specialist. Add to that the typical i-DTEC maintenance items — diesel particulate filter attention on mainly urban use, AdBlue system (though this generation predates AdBlue on most UK cars), and clutch or DMF work around this mileage — and annual maintenance could realistically sit in the £600–£900 region, plus fuel. An annual running cost estimate of £1,400–£1,800 including fuel, tax, insurance and maintenance is realistic for this specific car given its condition.
The August 2026 advisory list is effectively your inspection checklist. Put the car on a ramp and examine the underbody thoroughly — the tester noted general vehicle structure corrosion plus rear axle corrosion, and on a 12-year-old Civic this is the single biggest red flag for long-term viability. Inspect the front suspension arms and their front bushes on both sides; these have been flagged at the last two MOTs and may now need replacement rather than just monitoring. Check the brake discs visually and with a gauge — front discs were scored in 2025 and rear discs have been flagged in 2024, 2025 and 2026, suggesting the rears are due for replacement imminently. The offside front brake pipe was flagged for corrosion in August 2026, which on a car of this age could indicate the start of brake-line corrosion elsewhere in the system — have all brake lines inspected. Finally, look for evidence of the oil leak noted in 2026 — check the engine bay for residue around the sump, cam cover and turbo oil feed, and ask whether the level is being topped up between services.
This black 2014 Honda Civic diesel (DG64ABX) has covered 147,521 miles across five recorded MOT tests, all of which passed. However, the 2025 and 2026 tests contained numerous advisories covering front suspension arms and bushes, brake disc wear, brake pipe corrosion, oil leaks and significant underbody corrosion. Mileage is well above the model average of 6,579 miles per year — at roughly 12,293 miles annually over the recorded period, it has been used extensively, likely for motorway commuting. The MOT pass rate for this Civic diesel generation sits at 78.1%, which is broadly average, but the specific condition of this individual car is the key concern.
The Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC (2014 generation) has an average MOT pass rate of 78.1% across 328,820 vehicles analysed, which is broadly average for the UK car parc. The top MOT failure categories across the range are tyres, brake pads and headlamps — all consumable items rather than structural defects.
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