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B409 YHW

1985 Honda C90

Red Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2016
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

26,612 mi
Last recorded26,612 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2015
Typical for 1985 Honda C9019,314 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB409 YHW
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2015 26,612 miles

Front suspension bush has slight free play

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Sep 2013 26,612 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 26,611 miles

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 4 Dec 2010 25,593 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2010 25,593 miles

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 22 May 2009 24,702 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 24,702 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 23,723 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 23,723 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 2 May 2008 23,695 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 5 May 2007 23,063 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 22,667 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 22,667 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

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

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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B409 YHW is a 1985 Honda C90 in Red with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 B409 YHW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B409 YHW registered?

B409 YHW is a 1985 Honda C90, first registered on 25 July 1985.

Is B409 YHW safe to buy?

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