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E717 HTR

1987 Honda C90

Red Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,279 mi
Last recorded50,279 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Honda C9019,783 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE717 HTR
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 50,279 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 48,345 miles
Fail 17 May 2025 48,332 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2024 47,428 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 44,889 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 13 May 2016 44,874 miles

Front tyre sidewall starting to crack (perished)

Rear brake shoes ON wear limit

Slight play in front lower suspension bushes

Fail 13 May 2016 44,874 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Front tyre sidewall starting to crack (perished)

Rear brake shoes ON wear limit

Slight play in front lower suspension bushes

Fail 22 Jul 2008 44,464 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

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

Front fork assembly has slight free play in the pivot bearings

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 44,464 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

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

Front fork assembly has slight free play in the pivot bearings

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 43,512 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2005 43,385 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 43,320 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

slight play in front lower suspension link bushes

How Reliable is the Honda C90?

Based on 113,520 MOT tests across 16,194 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
396
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
16,194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,049
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,053
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 810
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 782
Drive chain excessively loose 697
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E717 HTR is a 1987 Honda C90 in Red with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 19,783 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 C90 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,049 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E717 HTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda C90 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 39 years old, this Honda C90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E717 HTR registered?

E717 HTR is a 1987 Honda C90, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is E717 HTR safe to buy?

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