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R78 XEV

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

53,561 mi
Last recorded53,561 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR78 XEV
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2015 53,561 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 53,504 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Jun 2012 52,555 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 52,551 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 31 May 2011 42,966 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 36,846 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 26 May 2010 36,846 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 1 Jun 2009 31,394 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 31,394 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2008 25,274 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 20,899 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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R78 XEV is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R78 XEV, 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 R78 XEV registered?

R78 XEV is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R78 XEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R78 XEV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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