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R136 VLP

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

5,544 mi
Last recorded5,544 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR136 VLP
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 5,544 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 5,172 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 4,157 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 3,209 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 2,846 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 2,705 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 1,418 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 60,412 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 57,790 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 52,446 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 43,981 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 38,041 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 38,041 miles

Offside Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2009 38,040 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 38,030 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 38,015 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 38,013 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2007 38,012 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Motorcycle structure excessively distorted (6.1.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 32,041 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 31,958 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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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R136 VLP is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R136 VLP, 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 R136 VLP registered?

R136 VLP is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 2 October 1997.

Is R136 VLP safe to buy?

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