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R450 WJW

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

25,565 mi
Last recorded25,565 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR450 WJW
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 25,565 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 25,432 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 25,410 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 25,299 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 25,294 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 25,016 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 24,862 miles

Rear rear suspension dampening slightly reduced

Fail 11 Aug 2020 24,862 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear rear suspension dampening slightly reduced

Fail 21 Jul 2020 24,851 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 24,590 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 24,590 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 24,285 miles

REAR SUSPENSION; DAMPING SLIGHTLY REDUCED

Fail 13 Jul 2018 24,285 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 23,979 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 23,561 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 23,561 miles

Front Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 22,830 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 22,279 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 22,167 miles

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

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 21,768 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 20,776 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 19,573 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 18,682 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 17,589 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 16,257 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 15,120 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 14,013 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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R450 WJW is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 R450 WJW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R450 WJW?

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What year was R450 WJW registered?

R450 WJW is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R450 WJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R450 WJW shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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