MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
31,065 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
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))
front tyre slightly perished
panels in way of some test items
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
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
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)
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
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
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
Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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