Honda typically make pretty reliable vehicles. (Some transmission issues, but engine tends to be solid).However, the car is 16 years old. Doesn't matter if there was a lot of work done on it, just goes to show you all the problems that it was having. I'm sure there are some parts on the vehicle that are 16 years old and probably ready to go. Unless you're getting a bargin (and you don't say how much it costs). (ie under $1000) I'd probably pass.