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N397 TPJ

1996 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

35,890 mi
Last recorded35,890 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda C9017,368 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN397 TPJ
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 35,890 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 35,876 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 35,822 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2022 35,822 miles

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

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2021 35,797 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 35,691 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 35,555 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 35,545 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 35,279 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 35,071 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 34,858 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Rear indicator lamp,, advise condition

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

advise condition of chain guard, recommend check

air intake hose off carb

headlamp beam image and output slightly deminished

rear rack not fitted at time of test,

Fail 27 Aug 2015 34,853 miles

Headlamp aim too high , (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Offside Rear indicator lamp,, advise condition

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

advise condition of gear change lever

air intake hose off carb

Fail 5 Dec 2013 32,226 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 32,226 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 29,972 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011
Fail 6 Dec 2011 27,576 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

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

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 25,907 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 5 Oct 2010 25,894 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension has slight distortion (2.3.8)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 24,022 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 24,022 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 22,442 miles

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

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

advise front brake service

Fail 13 Oct 2007 20,073 miles

Front Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Pass 13 Oct 2007 20,073 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 18,018 miles

Advise both srakes be serviced

Fail 17 Oct 2006 18,018 miles

Advise both srakes be serviced

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

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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N397 TPJ is a 1996 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

Across all 1996 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 17,368 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 N397 TPJ, 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 30 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N397 TPJ registered?

N397 TPJ is a 1996 Honda C90, first registered on 21 May 1996.

Is N397 TPJ safe to buy?

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