Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1987 Honda Civic Crx?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1987 Honda Civic Crx?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1987 Honda Civic Crx?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 1987 Honda Civic Crx reliable?

Based on MOT data from 657 vehicles, the 1987 Honda Civic Crx has a first-time MOT pass rate of 59.5%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1987 Honda Civic Crx?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Honda Civic Crx (1987)

657 real MOT outcomes analysed • 59.5% first-time pass rate

1987 Honda Civic Crx

CarHunch analysed 657 real MOT records for the 1987 Honda Civic Crx. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 1987 Honda Civic Crx has a below-average first-time pass rate (59.5% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

First-time pass

59.5%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.28

Over 1.6 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

112k

Middle half: 92k–137k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

These stats describe 657 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 657 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (100%)	656	59.5%	0.27

Colour Breakdown

Based on 7,314 Honda Civic Crx vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 28.9%

2,114

White 25.1%

1,834

Silver 17.5%

1,278

Blue 12%

876

Black 7.7%

566

Green 7.1%

517

Yellow 0.5%

Grey 0.5%

Orange 0.4%

Purple 0.3%

Multi-colour 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 1987 Honda Civic Crx vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

112,434

typical

92,449

low mileage

137,060

high mileage

Half of all 1987 Honda Civic Crx vehicles fall between 92,449 and 137,060 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 92,449 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 92,449–137,060 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1987 Honda Civic Crxs sit.

⚠ Over 185,031 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.28

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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