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R259 TFC

1997 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

9,106 mi
Last recorded9,106 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR259 TFC
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 9,106 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2019 9,106 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 May 2015 9,028 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 9,028 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 7,546 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 7,351 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 6,781 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 6,781 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 5,491 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 4,976 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 4,922 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 4,843 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 4,644 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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R259 TFC is a 1997 Honda C90 in Blue with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 R259 TFC, 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 R259 TFC registered?

R259 TFC is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R259 TFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R259 TFC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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