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E23 FPE

1987 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,997 mi
Last recorded58,997 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda C9019,783 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE23 FPE
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 58,997 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 58,312 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 58,294 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 58,294 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 58,291 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 58,275 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 58,268 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 58,265 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2018 58,265 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 58,260 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 58,141 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 58,136 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 57,997 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 57,670 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Upper Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Sep 2013 57,670 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 57,610 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 57,610 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 May 2011 56,732 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2010 55,598 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 55,039 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Pass 13 May 2008 54,636 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 54,389 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 53,719 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 53,719 miles

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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E23 FPE is a 1987 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E23 FPE, 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 E23 FPE registered?

E23 FPE is a 1987 Honda C90, first registered on 24 November 1987.

Is E23 FPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E23 FPE shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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