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C847 YLJ

1986 Honda C90

Bronze Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

30,748 mi
Last recorded30,748 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Honda C9019,529 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC847 YLJ
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1986
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 30,748 miles

Rear Tyre starting to crack.

Pass 4 Mar 2025 30,720 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 30,680 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 30,616 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 30,520 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 30,409 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 30,195 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap seal starting to perish

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2018 30,074 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 29,999 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 29,649 miles

Exhaust rusty

Fail 10 Oct 2015 29,647 miles

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Exhaust rusty

Pass 21 Aug 2014 29,430 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 29,430 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 29,251 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 29,212 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 28,625 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 28,146 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 27,860 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 27,860 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 27,649 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 27,342 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 27,342 miles

Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Jul 2006 27,113 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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C847 YLJ is a 1986 Honda C90 in Bronze with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 C847 YLJ, 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 C847 YLJ registered?

C847 YLJ is a 1986 Honda C90, first registered on 7 January 1986.

Is C847 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C847 YLJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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