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R473 FKN

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

27,811 mi
Last recorded27,811 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR473 FKN
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2013 27,811 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 27,809 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 27,669 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 27,669 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 27,562 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 27,359 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 26,670 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 26,670 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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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R473 FKN is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R473 FKN, 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 R473 FKN registered?

R473 FKN is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 12 November 1997.

Is R473 FKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R473 FKN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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