1995 Honda Civic CRX 1.6L Petrol · L4 KRW

This 1995 Honda Civic CRX has demonstrated a stable and clean MOT record over the past two years, with the most recent test in April 2025 at 47,162 miles passing without any defects. The absence of advisories or failures since the April 2023 retest—despite an initial failure on the same date—suggests the vehicle’s core mechanical systems have been well-maintained or were rectified promptly. The repeated passes in consecutive years, including the April 2024 and 2025 tests, indicate no emerging trends of worsening wear in critical areas like brakes, suspension, or structural integrity. However, the initial failure in April 2023, which lacks recorded defects, raises a minor red flag: either the issue was resolved before retesting or the tester’s notes were incomplete. For a buyer, this underscores the importance of verifying any unrecorded repairs, particularly if the vehicle changed hands around that period. The mileage accumulation of just 1,521 miles per year over 31 years is exceptionally low for a vehicle of this age, implying either minimal use or prolonged periods of inactivity. The recorded mileage has barely shifted—from 46,962 miles in April 2023 to 47,162 miles in April 2025—suggesting the car may have spent significant time in storage or seen very light use. This could mean reduced wear on consumables like tyres and brake components, but it also raises questions about fluid health (oils, coolants, brake fluid) and battery condition, as stagnation accelerates degradation in these areas. The lack of mileage progression makes it difficult to assess typical wear patterns, so a buyer should treat this as a potential unknown in long-term reliability. Given the sparse MOT history, a thorough pre-purchase inspection should prioritise components that rarely trigger advisories but often degrade silently: suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake binding. Check for corrosion in wheel arches, sills, and underbody panels, as rust in a low-mileage vehicle often indicates poor storage conditions or neglect. The rear brakes should be tested for smooth operation, as binding calipers are a common issue in older Civics and may not always be caught in routine MOTs. Finally, verify fluid levels and condition—especially brake fluid and differential oils—since stagnant vehicles can develop sludge or contamination without regular use. The clean MOT record is encouraging, but the mileage anomaly demands closer scrutiny.