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C811 RDL

1985 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1985 Honda C9019,314 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC811 RDL
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025

No lamps tested

Pass 27 Oct 2023 38,447 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2023 38,447 miles

Central Rear Wheel hub excessively worn cush drive excessively worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Chain guard insecure missing, rear foot pegs attached (6.1.7 (i))

Footrest missing rubber grips missing from foot bars (6.2.12 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar torn on n/s torn on throttle side potential throttle jam due to contanmination (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure hinge excessive movement at front, excessice lift on nearside (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2022 38,447 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 38,447 miles

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

No lamps fitted so not tested

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Fail 2 Mar 2021 38,447 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Tyre is unsuitable Tyre size exceeds wheel rim capacity (5.2.3 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Wheel corroded to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel damaged or distorted to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected Tyre fowling mudguard (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2019 37,468 miles

Day use only test, all lights removed or masked over

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded recommend replace (5.2.2 (d))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

front wheel has knobbly tyre fitted, slightly rubbing front mud guard

seat repaired with tape

Fail 16 May 2019 37,468 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust excessively deteriorated, leaking front and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Day use only test, all lights removed or masked over

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded recommend replace (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded recommend replace (5.2.2 (d))

drive chain links siezed,, recommend attention

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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C811 RDL is a 1985 Honda C90 in Blue with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 C811 RDL, 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 C811 RDL registered?

C811 RDL is a 1985 Honda C90, first registered on 1 September 1985.

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