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R127 HGX

1998 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,514 mi
Last recorded35,514 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda C9018,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR127 HGX
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 35,514 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2026 35,514 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 34,911 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Oct 2019 34,911 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2018 34,892 miles

front fork lower linkage n/s and o/s has slight play

Fail 11 May 2018 34,892 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear brake (1.3.1a)

front fork lower linkage n/s and o/s has slight play

Pass 3 May 2017 33,899 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 32,408 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 31,208 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 27,808 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 26,947 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 2 Mar 2012 26,947 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 24 Aug 2011 25,014 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 25,014 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 21,342 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 17,218 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 17,218 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2005 15,355 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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R127 HGX is a 1998 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 18,206 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 R127 HGX, 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 28 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R127 HGX registered?

R127 HGX is a 1998 Honda C90, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R127 HGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R127 HGX shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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