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R477 CMY

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

45,699 mi
Last recorded45,699 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR477 CMY
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 45,699 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 45,607 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 45,542 miles

slight engine oil leak

Pass 29 Sep 2011 42,784 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

advise to ajust rear brake

front tyre depth low and cracking

seat in poor condision

Pass 29 Sep 2010 39,371 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

front tyre starting to crack

rear rack .right hand top mounting point broken

Fail 21 Sep 2010 39,272 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

front tyre starting to crack

rear rack .right hand top mounting point broken

Pass 3 Oct 2009 35,148 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 35,147 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 31,130 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 31,117 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 25,741 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 20,660 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 15,195 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2005 15,195 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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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R477 CMY is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R477 CMY, 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

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What year was R477 CMY registered?

R477 CMY is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 19 December 1997.

Is R477 CMY safe to buy?

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