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B89 PGV

1985 Honda C90

Red Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

20,292 mi
Last recorded20,292 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda C9019,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB89 PGV
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 20,292 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 20,185 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 19,910 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 19,659 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 19,432 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 19,418 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 19,130 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 19,130 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 18,972 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 18,753 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 18,537 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2013 18,280 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 17,895 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 17,242 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 16,734 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 16,734 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 16,067 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 15,724 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 15,515 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 15,277 miles

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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B89 PGV is a 1985 Honda C90 in Red with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B89 PGV, 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 B89 PGV registered?

B89 PGV is a 1985 Honda C90, first registered on 5 June 1985.

Is B89 PGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B89 PGV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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