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R879 FGJ

1997 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR879 FGJ
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2014

Lower Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

No lights fitted at time of test

front mud guard missing

modified handlebars fitted

no mirrors fitted

rear mud guard missing

rear tyre underinflated

Fail 13 Nov 2014

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Lower Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

No lights fitted at time of test

front mud guard missing

modified handlebars fitted

no mirrors fitted

rear mud guard missing

rear tyre underinflated

Pass 29 Apr 2014 39,423 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 38,767 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 38,020 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2011 38,020 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 37,363 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 34,089 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 34,089 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 26,710 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 26,710 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 May 2006 19,613 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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R879 FGJ is a 1997 Honda C90 in Blue 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 R879 FGJ, 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 R879 FGJ registered?

R879 FGJ is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R879 FGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R879 FGJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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