MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
29,313 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
slight wear in front fulcrum bushes
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
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 !!!!
movement in front fork link bushes.
slight movement in handle bar mount.
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.
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)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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