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R258 OBF

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,298 mi
Last recorded9,298 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR258 OBF
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 9,298 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 7,773 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 5,910 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 4,623 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 4,619 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 4,615 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 4,595 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 4,567 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 4,566 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2015 4,566 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

front tyre cracking on sidewalls

rear tyre badly cracking

Pass 17 Oct 2006 4,532 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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R258 OBF is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R258 OBF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R258 OBF registered?

R258 OBF is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 20 October 1997.

Is R258 OBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R258 OBF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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