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S231 RLL

1999 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

92,607 mi
Last recorded92,607 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda C9016,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS231 RLL
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 92,607 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 30 Jun 2023 92,184 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 91,387 miles

Front Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Main beam waring light inoperative

Pass 11 Mar 2021 89,632 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 82,826 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 82,826 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 79,717 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 79,149 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

no high beam 'tell tail'

Fail 3 Feb 2017 79,146 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Bolt missing from fuel tank

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

No high beam 'tell tail'

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Split pin missing from centre stand

Pass 26 Jan 2016 78,286 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2015 78,275 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2014 78,270 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 78,264 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012
Pass 8 Jan 2011 78,238 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2011 78,238 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 78,233 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 78,233 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2009 78,207 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 75,597 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 75,597 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2007 69,098 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 61,874 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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S231 RLL is a 1999 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1999 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 16,974 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 S231 RLL, 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 27 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S231 RLL registered?

S231 RLL is a 1999 Honda C90, first registered on 8 February 1999.

Is S231 RLL safe to buy?

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