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V531 DGP

1999 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

42,913 mi
Last recorded42,913 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2024
Typical for 1999 Honda C9016,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV531 DGP
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2024 42,913 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 42,910 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 42,907 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 42,899 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 42,408 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Sep 2018 42,408 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Front lever (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 41,092 miles

Front old tyre, cracks, not deep enough to see the cord and ply.

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Sep 2016 38,394 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 35,842 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 34,204 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Aug 2014 34,204 miles

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

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 32,697 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Sep 2013 32,697 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 31,915 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 31,203 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 29,912 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 Sep 2010 29,912 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 27,869 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 26,685 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2008 26,685 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 24,686 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 23,152 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 23,152 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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V531 DGP is a 1999 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 V531 DGP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V531 DGP registered?

V531 DGP is a 1999 Honda C90, first registered on 13 September 1999.

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