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R627 HEV

1998 Honda C90

Red Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

37,725 mi
Last recorded37,725 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda C9018,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR627 HEV
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 37,725 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 37,688 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 35,376 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 31,449 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 27,616 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 23,618 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 19,933 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 16,404 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 13,385 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 12,104 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 10,798 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 10,698 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 69,652 miles

Chain guard missing

engine emitting white smoke when running.

Pass 9 Apr 2009 68,803 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 68,803 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 60,956 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 28 Jun 2008 60,903 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 40,756 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 32,550 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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R627 HEV is a 1998 Honda C90 in Red with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 18,206 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 R627 HEV, 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 28 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R627 HEV registered?

R627 HEV is a 1998 Honda C90, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R627 HEV safe to buy?

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