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R975 RFJ

1998 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

21,447 mi
Last recorded21,447 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda C9018,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR975 RFJ
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2017 21,447 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Front mudguard broken

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Fail 24 Jan 2017 21,447 miles

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Front mudguard broken

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 17,977 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive cush rubbers slightly worn. (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members front arm bushes slightly worn. (2.3.4)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 22 Feb 2016 17,977 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 16,734 miles

Front suspension link bush's play

Leg sheild has some fastenings missing

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Jun 2014 16,723 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front suspension link bush's play

Leg sheild has some fastenings missing

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 15,747 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 13,717 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 13,717 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 10,116 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 9,249 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 9,249 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 7,711 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 6,303 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 6,235 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 6,234 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 5,332 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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R975 RFJ is a 1998 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 18,206 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 R975 RFJ, 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 28 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R975 RFJ registered?

R975 RFJ is a 1998 Honda C90, first registered on 6 March 1998.

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