MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
36,231 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
number plate margin incorect
Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
number plate margin incorect
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)
Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
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))
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
How Reliable is the Honda C90?
Based on 113,520 MOT tests across 16,194 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R278 CVW is a 1997 Honda C90 in Blue with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 R278 CVW, 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 R278 CVW registered?
R278 CVW is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 15 December 1997.
Is R278 CVW safe to buy?
The MOT history for R278 CVW shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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