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R691 BTU

1997 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

13,336 mi
Last recorded13,336 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR691 BTU
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2014 13,336 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jul 2014 13,312 miles

Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear brake unit fitted upside down (brake still working)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 10,688 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 42,035 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 36,442 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Feb 2009 36,426 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 23,186 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 23,186 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 16,048 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 16,048 miles

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

fairing screen sharp edges

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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R691 BTU is a 1997 Honda C90 in Blue with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R691 BTU, 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 R691 BTU registered?

R691 BTU is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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