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R478 VUY

1998 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

6,007 mi
Last recorded6,007 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda C9018,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR478 VUY
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 6,007 miles

Front tyre starting to perish

Pass 23 Oct 2024 6,005 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 6,001 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit And starting to perish (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 5,999 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 5,997 miles

Tyre pressures extremely low

Pass 24 Nov 2020 5,994 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 5,990 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 5,884 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2018 5,884 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2017 5,754 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 5,566 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 5,114 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 4,826 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 4,611 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 4,472 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 4,318 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 4,082 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 3,865 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 3,673 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 3,523 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 3,282 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 3,202 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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R478 VUY is a 1998 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R478 VUY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R478 VUY?

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What year was R478 VUY registered?

R478 VUY is a 1998 Honda C90, first registered on 6 January 1998.

Is R478 VUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R478 VUY shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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