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R482 HHR

1998 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

8,305 mi
Last recorded8,305 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda C9018,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR482 HHR
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 8,305 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 8,305 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 8,305 miles

Front brake shoes low.

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 8,305 miles

Front brake shoes low.

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 53,388 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Left rear shock absorber has slight damage.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 53,232 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 May 2010 52,688 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 May 2009 47,909 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear suspension component slightly bent (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 8 May 2009 47,909 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear suspension component slightly bent (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 6 May 2008 41,155 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 35,112 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 13,931 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 13,931 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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R482 HHR 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 R482 HHR, 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

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What year was R482 HHR registered?

R482 HHR is a 1998 Honda C90, first registered on 20 May 1998.

Is R482 HHR safe to buy?

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