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P497 EEW

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,065 mi
Last recorded31,065 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP497 EEW
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 31,065 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2023 31,065 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre perished and cracked

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 30,872 miles

front tyre slightly perished

panels in way of some test items

Pass 19 Oct 2020 29,365 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 29,256 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front and rear tyre pressures low

Pass 18 Sep 2012 29,179 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 4 Sep 2012 29,171 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 28,986 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre starting to crack

kick start lever slightly loose

slight play rear shock body offside

Fail 23 Mar 2010 28,722 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

slight internal play at rear offside shock

slight knocking at front shocks possible top mounts

Pass 23 Mar 2010 28,722 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

slight internal play at rear offside shock

slight knocking at front shocks possible top mounts

Pass 21 Nov 2008 28,190 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 28,190 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 7,593 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 26,766 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 26,765 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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P497 EEW is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P497 EEW, 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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P497 EEW is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 7 February 1997.

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