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B338 SVG

1985 Honda C90

Bronze Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

33,642 mi
Last recorded33,642 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda C9019,314 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB338 SVG
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1985
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 33,642 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 33,608 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 32,813 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 32,122 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 31,617 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2020 31,617 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 May 2019 30,099 miles
Fail 11 May 2019 30,099 miles

Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 28,380 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 28,380 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 26,648 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 26,648 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 25,165 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 23,415 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 23,415 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 21,765 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 21,765 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 20,675 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 19,300 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 19,300 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 17,845 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 17,845 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 16,463 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 15,067 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 12,224 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 12,224 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2006 11,469 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 11,469 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Upper Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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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B338 SVG is a 1985 Honda C90 in Bronze with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1985 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 19,314 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 B338 SVG, 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 41 years old, this Honda C90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B338 SVG registered?

B338 SVG is a 1985 Honda C90, first registered on 4 January 1985.

Is B338 SVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B338 SVG shows 28 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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