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R553 MSA

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

29,313 mi
Last recorded29,313 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR553 MSA
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2023 29,313 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 29,281 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 28,560 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

recommend inspection of front brake as three quaters of adjustment used

Pass 29 Sep 2017 28,120 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

slight wear in front fulcrum bushes

Pass 17 Jun 2016 28,056 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 27,008 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 17 Apr 2015 26,983 miles

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a) DANGEROUS

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

advise + the handle bar alignment is incorrect !!!!

Pass 1 Apr 2014 26,533 miles

movement in front fork link bushes.

slight movement in handle bar mount.

Fail 1 Apr 2014 26,533 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

movement in front fork link bushes.

o/s steering stop fouls front brake cable.

slight movement in handle bar mount.

Pass 2 Apr 2013 23,224 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 23,224 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 19,255 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 19,242 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 14,388 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 14,388 miles

Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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R553 MSA is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R553 MSA, 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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R553 MSA is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 26 November 1997.

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