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C398 JFM

1986 Honda C90

Red Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,989 mi
Last recorded30,989 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda C9019,529 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC398 JFM
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 30,989 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 10,805 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 30,505 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 30,501 miles

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

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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C398 JFM is a 1986 Honda C90 in Red with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 19,529 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 C398 JFM, 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 40 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 C398 JFM registered?

C398 JFM is a 1986 Honda C90, first registered on 1 February 1986.

Is C398 JFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C398 JFM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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