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V298 DHO

1999 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

6,322 mi
Last recorded6,322 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda C9016,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV298 DHO
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 6,322 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 6,210 miles

Exhaust noisy AFTER MARKET EXHAUST SYSTEM FITTED WHICH IS LOUDER THAN ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 2 May 2024 6,183 miles

Exhaust noisy AFTER MARKET EXHAUST SYSTEM FITTED WHICH IS LOUDER THAN ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 May 2024 6,183 miles

Exhaust noisy AFTER MARKET EXHAUST SYSTEM FITTED WHICH IS LOUDER THAN ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 6,125 miles

Exhaust noisy ADVISE, AFTERMARKET EXHAUST SYSTEM FITTED WHICH IS LOUDER THAN ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Mar 2023 6,125 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable FRONT WHEEL ROTATION INCORRECT (5.2.3 (a))

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements INCORRECT HEADLIGHT SWITCH FUNCTION, HI TO LOW BEAM, DIPPED. (4.2.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre designed for front wheel use fitted to the rear wheel (5.2.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy ADVISE, AFTERMARKET EXHAUST SYSTEM FITTED WHICH IS LOUDER THAN ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 6,057 miles

CENTER STAND SEIZED IN POSITION.

Exhaust noisy AFTERMARKET EXHAUST FITTED WHICH IS LOUDER THAN ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 5,957 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 5,836 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 5,814 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 5,814 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 5,656 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 5,656 miles

Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 5,599 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 5,556 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 5,556 miles

Leg shield insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 5,338 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 5,338 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Pass 24 May 2010 4,969 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 4,969 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 4,547 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 4,547 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 4,158 miles

both tyres have superficial cracking

Pass 21 Jun 2007 3,712 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 3,270 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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V298 DHO is a 1999 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 1999 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 16,974 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 V298 DHO, 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 27 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V298 DHO registered?

V298 DHO is a 1999 Honda C90, first registered on 15 September 1999.

Is V298 DHO safe to buy?

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