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E509 WAW

1987 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,498 mi
Last recorded19,498 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Honda C9019,783 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE509 WAW
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 19,498 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 18,940 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 18,427 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 18,007 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 18,007 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 15,165 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 15,165 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2011 15,106 miles

brake light not working from front brake control

Fail 27 May 2010 15,043 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 27 May 2010 15,043 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 14,712 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 14,712 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 14,115 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 14,103 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2006 12,906 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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E509 WAW is a 1987 Honda C90 in Blue with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 E509 WAW, 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 E509 WAW registered?

E509 WAW is a 1987 Honda C90, first registered on 12 November 1987.

Is E509 WAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E509 WAW shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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