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P803 FJO

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

39,400 mi
Last recorded39,400 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP803 FJO
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 39,400 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 39,396 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2024 39,167 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2024 39,157 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Upper Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2022 38,236 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 38,226 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 38,220 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded light corrosion around rear of frame (6.1.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 33,897 miles

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

battery weak

Pass 7 Apr 2012 30,146 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 26,318 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 26,318 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2010 22,660 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 19,778 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 18,063 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 15,224 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 10,422 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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P803 FJO is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P803 FJO, 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 P803 FJO registered?

P803 FJO is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P803 FJO safe to buy?

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