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R201 FMV

1998 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,827 mi
Last recorded44,827 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda C9018,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR201 FMV
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2013 44,827 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 33,638 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 30,978 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2012 30,978 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 23,490 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 22,510 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 19,627 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 19,627 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 17,172 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 14,257 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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R201 FMV is a 1998 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R201 FMV, 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 R201 FMV registered?

R201 FMV is a 1998 Honda C90, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R201 FMV safe to buy?

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