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P651 ORP

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

2,173 mi
Last recorded2,173 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP651 ORP
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 2,173 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 2,124 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 2,087 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 2,064 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 1,950 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019
Pass 2 Dec 2017 1,783 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 365 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 2 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 2 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

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

Fail 12 Feb 2015 2 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b) DANGEROUS

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2013 27,330 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 26,727 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 25,660 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front brake adjustment near to end of travel it is advised that the front brakes be checked

Front tyre starting to crack on sidewall

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 25,660 miles

Front brake adjustment near to end of travel it is advised that the front brakes be checked

Front tyre starting to crack on sidewall

Pass 28 Sep 2010 25,413 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 25,314 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 24,501 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 24,501 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 24,480 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 24,480 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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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P651 ORP is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 P651 ORP, 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 P651 ORP registered?

P651 ORP is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is P651 ORP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P651 ORP shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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