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S58 JLP

1998 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

59,090 mi
Last recorded59,090 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda C9018,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS58 JLP
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 59,090 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 57,499 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2025 57,499 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 57,155 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 56,685 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2023 56,685 miles

Offside Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 56,179 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2022 56,179 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 55,275 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 55,190 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 55,190 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 54,932 miles

Hi-beam and low-beam are round the wrong way.

Pass 6 Jul 2017 54,268 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 54,268 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 53,156 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 53,156 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2015 52,335 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 51,813 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 51,464 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 48,445 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 47,247 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 44,938 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 44,938 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2008 41,595 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 41,595 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 41,024 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 37,902 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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S58 JLP is a 1998 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 S58 JLP, 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 S58 JLP registered?

S58 JLP is a 1998 Honda C90, first registered on 30 October 1998.

Is S58 JLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S58 JLP shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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