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R498 TAC

1999 Honda C90

Red Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

5,529 mi
Last recorded5,529 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda C9016,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR498 TAC
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 5,529 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 5,230 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 5,059 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 2,568 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 2,161 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 1,551 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 1,498 miles

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

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

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

battery flat

slight cracking of front tyre sidewall

Fail 27 Dec 2012 1,498 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

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

battery flat

slight cracking of front tyre sidewall

Pass 6 Oct 2011 1,418 miles

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

o/s/f foot peg and rubber damege

o/s/f indecator lamp lens damege

Pass 2 Nov 2010 1,198 miles

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

advise damege to r/h/f foot peg rubber

advise tyre pressure soft

Pass 14 Aug 2009 428 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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R498 TAC is a 1999 Honda C90 in Red with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1999 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 16,974 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 R498 TAC, 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 27 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 R498 TAC registered?

R498 TAC is a 1999 Honda C90, first registered on 2 February 1999.

Is R498 TAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R498 TAC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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