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C490 KCW

1986 Honda C90

Red Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

7,511 mi
Last recorded7,511 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Honda C9019,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC490 KCW
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 7,511 miles

battery flat

Fail 11 Jun 2026 7,511 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Jun 2026 7,511 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Riders seat insecure fixing missing on hinge (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 7,202 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 6,180 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 5,834 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 5,884 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 5,806 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 5,762 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 5,477 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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C490 KCW is a 1986 Honda C90 in Red with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 C490 KCW, 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 C490 KCW registered?

C490 KCW is a 1986 Honda C90, first registered on 18 March 1986.

Is C490 KCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C490 KCW shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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