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R162 MGK

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

2,070 mi
Last recorded2,070 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR162 MGK
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 2,070 miles

No Lights At Time Of Test

Fail 29 Sep 2021 2,070 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements bolts incorrectly positioned (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 Sep 2020
Fail 26 Aug 2020

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake lever pivot excessively worn pivot is broken (1.1.1 (b))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working horn button missing (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

will need full mot test when repairs are done

Pass 30 Nov 2019 48,084 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

stand corroded

Fail 30 Nov 2019 48,084 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened by shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

stand corroded

Fail 31 Dec 2016 48,083 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded below seat (6.1.1a)

Offside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded below seat (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

stand corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2014
Pass 27 Aug 2014 42,439 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 33,485 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 26,166 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 26,166 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 25,016 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 16,912 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 16,912 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 16,892 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 16,874 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 16,852 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 16,728 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 16,607 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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R162 MGK 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 70%.

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 R162 MGK, 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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R162 MGK is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 29 August 1997.

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