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R803 AFL

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR803 AFL
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2019

Chain guard missing ()

daytime test no lights fitted

Pass 30 May 2015

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

rear wheel bearing has slight play

this bike is for daylight use only

Pass 16 May 2014 21,395 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 21,394 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

front tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 11 Oct 2012 21,274 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 21,274 miles

Front Brake cable badly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 19,716 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 17,435 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 17,435 miles

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

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 16,068 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 15,735 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 15,727 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension assembly has an insecure fork brace (2.3.4d)

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

retaining nut on rear hub spindle not of standard type

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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R803 AFL is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R803 AFL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R803 AFL registered?

R803 AFL is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 23 October 1997.

Is R803 AFL safe to buy?

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