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C9 OHC

1997 Honda C90M

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

18,966 mi
Last recorded18,966 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda C90M16,664 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC9 OHC
MakeHonda
ModelC90M
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 18,966 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 18,506 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 18,218 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 18,128 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 17,938 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 17,306 miles

Fairing insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 17,306 miles

Fairing insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 17,298 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 19 Apr 2011 17,298 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 Apr 2008 17,294 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 2 Aug 2007 17,292 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

How Reliable is the Honda C90M?

Based on 1,336 MOT tests across 301 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
428
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling 11
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 11
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C9 OHC is a 1997 Honda C90M in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda C90M models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 16,664 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda C90M fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C9 OHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda C90M typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 29 years old, this Honda C90M is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C9 OHC registered?

C9 OHC is a 1997 Honda C90M, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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