1991 Honda Civic CRX 1.6L Petrol · J5 CRX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift from a clean record to reactive repairs. The most recent test in April 2026 at 128,205 miles resulted in a pass despite a persistent oil leak, which had also appeared in the two previous tests during 2025. While the tester noted the leak was not excessive, the recurring nature of this fault suggests that the owner is only addressing issues when they fail inspection rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The recorded mileage of 128,205 miles is remarkably low for a vehicle thirty-five years old, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year. There is a significant four-year gap between the December 2020 test and the April 2024 test during which the car covered only 1,563 miles. Such long periods of inactivity often lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluids, regardless of low mileage. The rapid accumulation of 656 miles between 2024 and 2025 indicates a recent increase in usage after a long period of standing. A buyer must inspect the engine bay and underbody to determine the source of the ongoing oil leak, as it has been flagged in three consecutive years. The 2025 failure regarding a damaged front track rod end ball joint dust cover and a worn nearside rear tyre indicates that suspension geometry and alignment may be neglected. You should verify the even wear across all tyres and check that the track rod replacement has not caused secondary issues. Given the age of this Honda Civic, a thorough check for structural integrity in the sills, floor pans, and wing arches is essential, as these are common failure points for this model that MOT records cannot fully capture.