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S272 LHG

1998 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

29,849 mi
Last recorded29,849 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda C9018,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS272 LHG
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 29,849 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2025 29,845 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 29,842 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 29,822 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 29,469 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 28,874 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 28,443 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 27,840 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 27,146 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 26,237 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 25,559 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 25,557 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 24,941 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 24,055 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 23,322 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 22,791 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 22,193 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 21,983 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 21,054 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 18,894 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 16,707 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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S272 LHG is a 1998 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 S272 LHG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S272 LHG registered?

S272 LHG is a 1998 Honda C90, first registered on 2 October 1998.

Is S272 LHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S272 LHG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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