Honda Civic Crx (1990)
1990 Honda Civic Crx
CarHunch analysed 855 real MOT records for the 1990 Honda Civic Crx. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1990 Honda Civic CRX has a first-time pass rate of just 30.9%, less than half the UK average of 80%, making it a genuinely challenging prospect for buyers seeking a low-maintenance classic. While the dangerous defect rate of 11.3% isn't catastrophic, the average vehicle racks up 1.22 failures per test—indicating these cars need serious mechanical attention to pass, not minor tweaks.
At 120,957 miles on average, these CRXs are well-used for their age, which explains much of the failure burden. The 4.4 advisories per vehicle suggest ongoing wear across multiple systems; if you're considering one, budget for a pre-purchase inspection covering suspension, brakes, and engine seals, and expect repair costs to be substantial before it becomes roadworthy.
What to check before buying a 1990 Honda Civic Crx
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 854 | 30.9% | 1.23 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1990 Honda Civic Crx vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1990 Honda Civic Crx vehicles fall between 97,074 and 146,478 miles.
1990 Honda Civic Crx — Still on the Road
41 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 52% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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