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R396 YLH

1998 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

36,048 mi
Last recorded36,048 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda C9018,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR396 YLH
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 36,048 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 35,186 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 35,173 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 35,116 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 35,056 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 35,056 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 34,977 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 34,931 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 34,931 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride split link fitted in wrong diretion (6.2.1h)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 34,851 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 32,380 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 32,307 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 27,594 miles

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

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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R396 YLH is a 1998 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R396 YLH, 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 R396 YLH registered?

R396 YLH is a 1998 Honda C90, first registered on 5 June 1998.

Is R396 YLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R396 YLH 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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