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R278 CVW

1997 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

36,231 mi
Last recorded36,231 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR278 CVW
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2019 36,231 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 May 2016 36,081 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 36,081 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 35,578 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 30 Apr 2015 35,578 miles

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)

Pass 23 May 2014 34,962 miles

number plate margin incorect

Fail 23 May 2014 34,962 miles

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

number plate margin incorect

Pass 13 May 2013 33,848 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 33,848 miles

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)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 32,601 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 32,601 miles

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 31,405 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 29 Jun 2010 31,405 miles

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)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 26,541 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 22,842 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 21,019 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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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.

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