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R165 MGK

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,667 mi
Last recorded13,667 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2010
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR165 MGK
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2010 13,667 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 13,667 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2009 13,667 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 13,038 miles

advise about broken legshields

Fail 11 Oct 2007 13,038 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

advise about broken legshields

Pass 14 Sep 2006 11,922 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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R165 MGK is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R165 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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What year was R165 MGK registered?

R165 MGK is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R165 MGK safe to buy?

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