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R176 BDV

1997 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,088 mi
Last recorded7,088 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR176 BDV
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 7,088 miles

Front Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 7,030 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 6,945 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 6,941 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 6,400 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 6,279 miles

front tyre,cracks thro tread.

Pass 18 Sep 2013 5,565 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 5,565 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 4,884 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 4,533 miles

Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 4,474 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 4,474 miles

Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 4,429 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 4 Jan 2007 4,429 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 Jan 2006 4,317 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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R176 BDV is a 1997 Honda C90 in Blue with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R176 BDV, 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 R176 BDV registered?

R176 BDV is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R176 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R176 BDV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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