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S953 RCL

1998 Honda C90

Red Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

60,756 mi
Last recorded60,756 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda C9018,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS953 RCL
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Mar 2019 60,756 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2017 60,449 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 60,449 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded frame (6.1.1a)

Nearside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded frame (6.1.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 58,048 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 56,120 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 53,125 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 50,362 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 47,232 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 43,447 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 43,447 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 40,230 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 36,678 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 32,968 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 29,061 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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S953 RCL is a 1998 Honda C90 in Red with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S953 RCL, 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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S953 RCL is a 1998 Honda C90, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S953 RCL safe to buy?

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