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P993 SEV

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

52,722 mi
Last recorded52,722 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP993 SEV
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 52,722 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 50,873 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 50,704 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 49,465 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jul 2021 49,395 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 47,628 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 46,083 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 43,417 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 43,290 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 42,782 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 41,870 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 41,870 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 39,518 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 37,800 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

panels restricted view to test

topbox loos

Fail 26 Jul 2013 37,725 miles

Inner Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

panels restricted view to test

topbox loos

Pass 12 Jun 2012 37,128 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 29 May 2012 37,128 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 May 2011 37,094 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 36,997 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 29 May 2009 36,369 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 36,369 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2008 34,355 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 31,413 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2006 26,761 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 26,758 miles

Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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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P993 SEV is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 P993 SEV, 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 P993 SEV registered?

P993 SEV is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 21 July 1997.

Is P993 SEV safe to buy?

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