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F389 FFC

1988 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

37,892 mi
Last recorded37,892 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2007
Typical for 1988 Honda C9020,348 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF389 FFC
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2007 37,892 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 37,869 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 32,474 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 9 Oct 2006 32,212 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 28 Sep 2006 32,106 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has excessive free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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F389 FFC is a 1988 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1988 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 20,348 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 F389 FFC, 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 38 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F389 FFC registered?

F389 FFC is a 1988 Honda C90, first registered on 8 August 1988.

Is F389 FFC safe to buy?

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