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R303 VGC

1998 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

28,843 mi
Last recorded28,843 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda C9018,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR303 VGC
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2015 28,843 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2015 28,843 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 27,094 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 26,274 miles

Perishing noted on front tyre.

Pass 26 Mar 2009 25,786 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 25,786 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 28 Mar 2008 23,303 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2008 23,303 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 20,800 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 31 Mar 2007 20,800 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 18,091 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 18,091 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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R303 VGC 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 R303 VGC, 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.

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What year was R303 VGC registered?

R303 VGC is a 1998 Honda C90, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R303 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R303 VGC shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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