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R494 HGJ

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,189 mi
Last recorded17,189 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR494 HGJ
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2021 17,189 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 17,175 miles

All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 17,159 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 17,102 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 16,950 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 16,450 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 16,119 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 15,640 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 15,402 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 15,076 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 15,048 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 15,033 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 14,999 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 14,217 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 12,441 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 12,114 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2006 12,114 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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R494 HGJ is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 R494 HGJ, 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 R494 HGJ registered?

R494 HGJ is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R494 HGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R494 HGJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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