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E156 UBW

1987 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

18,660 mi
Last recorded18,660 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda C9019,783 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE156 UBW
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 18,660 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 18,533 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 18,380 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 18,257 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 17,938 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 17,922 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 17,875 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 17,400 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 16,663 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 15,551 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 15,252 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2012 15,131 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 14,495 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 13,609 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 13,581 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 13,251 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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E156 UBW is a 1987 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1987 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 19,783 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 E156 UBW, 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 39 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 E156 UBW registered?

E156 UBW is a 1987 Honda C90, first registered on 3 September 1987.

Is E156 UBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E156 UBW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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