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S697 RCV

1998 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

21,334 mi
Last recorded21,334 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda C9018,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS697 RCV
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2021 21,334 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 21,083 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 20,911 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 19,942 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 18,139 miles

slight perishing to front tyre sidewall.

Pass 22 Apr 2013 17,884 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 17,260 miles

Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 17,260 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 21,761 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 21,761 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 21,679 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 21,679 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2010 21,677 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 21,578 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Fail 2 Nov 2007 20,024 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 20,024 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 19,146 miles

1. chain not checked

Pass 29 Nov 2005 17,526 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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S697 RCV is a 1998 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 S697 RCV, 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 S697 RCV registered?

S697 RCV is a 1998 Honda C90, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is S697 RCV safe to buy?

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