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R236 YLC

1998 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

26,900 mi
Last recorded26,900 miles
Recorded on22 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda C9018,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR236 YLC
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2014 26,900 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 26,900 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

rear brake pedal - has excessive amount free travel movement before operating brake.

rear brake hub - split pin missing from bolt & poorly fitted.

Fail 27 Oct 2011 30,644 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 30,644 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 30,644 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2009 13,482 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 13,482 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2008 10,169 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 Oct 2007 6,970 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 6,970 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 6,149 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 6,147 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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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R236 YLC is a 1998 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 R236 YLC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R236 YLC registered?

R236 YLC is a 1998 Honda C90, first registered on 19 May 1998.

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