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J555 KUM

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

37,892 mi
Last recorded37,892 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ555 KUM
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2020 37,892 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 36,047 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 33,562 miles

Central Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 May 2017 32,142 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 29,791 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 27,547 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 25,294 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 May 2014 25,294 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 23,058 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2012 20,767 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 18,417 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 16,810 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear suspension component slightly misaligned

Fail 27 Apr 2010 16,805 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear suspension component slightly misaligned

Pass 28 May 2009 15,012 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 12,749 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 12,749 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 11,361 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 11,341 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 11,303 miles

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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J555 KUM is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1997 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 17,418 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J555 KUM, 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 29 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J555 KUM registered?

J555 KUM is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 26 November 1997.

Is J555 KUM safe to buy?

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