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B493 ODX

1985 Honda C90

Bronze Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

14,159 mi
Last recorded14,159 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 1985 Honda C9019,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB493 ODX
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1985
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 14,159 miles

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2026 14,159 miles

Front Brake excessively binding Tyre was under inflated (1.2.1 (f))

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2025 13,118 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2024 12,238 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 11,019 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 9,991 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 8,726 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 8,616 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 8,553 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 8,461 miles

Front Slight play in front lower suspension bushes

Pass 1 Feb 2017 8,428 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 8,328 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 8,328 miles

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

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 8,226 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 8,109 miles

Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

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

Fail 19 Feb 2014 8,109 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

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

Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 8,004 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 8,004 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 7,583 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 7,408 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 7,311 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 7,311 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 6,794 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 6,794 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 5,642 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 5,642 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 4,810 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 4,810 miles

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

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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B493 ODX 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 71.4%.

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 B493 ODX, 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 B493 ODX registered?

B493 ODX is a 1985 Honda C90, first registered on 1 April 1985.

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