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R917 LWP

1997 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,908 mi
Last recorded28,908 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR917 LWP
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 28,908 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 28,780 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 28,460 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 28,130 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 27,926 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 27,834 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2017 27,453 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2016 26,543 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 24,486 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 24,458 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 24,458 miles

when bike has stopped,indecators speed up untill bike is reved,due to battary low charge

Pass 6 Aug 2009 24,163 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 23,159 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 21,166 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 18,962 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 17,007 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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R917 LWP is a 1997 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R917 LWP, 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 R917 LWP registered?

R917 LWP is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R917 LWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R917 LWP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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