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R597 EFU

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,828 mi
Last recorded36,828 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR597 EFU
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2016 36,828 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 31,271 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 26,678 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 22,772 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 22,772 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 16,703 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 12,239 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 12,224 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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R597 EFU is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R597 EFU, 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 R597 EFU registered?

R597 EFU is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R597 EFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R597 EFU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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