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S853 AAR

1998 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

57,281 mi
Last recorded57,281 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda C9018,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS853 AAR
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2014 57,281 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 56,481 miles

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

engine has been charge

Fail 19 Aug 2013 56,465 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

engine has been charge

Pass 10 Aug 2012 55,183 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 49,615 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

rear damping poor

rear indicators poorly mounted

Pass 29 Jan 2010 49,615 miles

rear damping poor

rear indicators poorly mounted

Pass 28 Jul 2007 49,302 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 49,302 miles

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

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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S853 AAR is a 1998 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 S853 AAR, 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 S853 AAR registered?

S853 AAR is a 1998 Honda C90, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is S853 AAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S853 AAR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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