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R311 CJN

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

25,437 mi
Last recorded25,437 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR311 CJN
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 25,437 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 24,954 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (e) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 24,529 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2024 24,527 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 23,947 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 22,881 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 22,099 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 22,096 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 21,603 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 20,843 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 20,600 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2018 20,599 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 Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 19,760 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 19,292 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 18,691 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 17,669 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 17,636 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 16 Jan 2013 17,636 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2012 17,080 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 16,597 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 16,140 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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R311 CJN is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R311 CJN, 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 R311 CJN registered?

R311 CJN is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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