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R785 JDG

1997 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

29,296 mi
Last recorded29,296 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR785 JDG
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2014 29,296 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 29,265 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear tyre has low air

Pass 25 Jun 2013 27,275 miles

Chain guard split ar rear.

Fail 25 Jun 2013 27,273 miles

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

Chain guard split ar rear.

Pass 5 May 2012 26,809 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 26,806 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 26,804 miles

Nearside Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 25,860 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 5 Nov 2009 25,860 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 23,247 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2007 20,530 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 20 Oct 2007 20,466 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 18,069 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2005 15,746 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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R785 JDG is a 1997 Honda C90 in Blue with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 R785 JDG, 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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R785 JDG is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 4 October 1997.

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