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G286 XLK

1989 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,524 mi
Last recorded13,524 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda C9019,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG286 XLK
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 13,524 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 13,522 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 13,380 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 13,377 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

front tyre cracked

Pass 3 Jun 2015 12,305 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 12,305 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 10,278 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Jun 2013 8,898 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 7,509 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 7,379 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 7,151 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 7,139 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Pass 28 May 2009 6,959 miles

front suspension limks have slight free play

Pass 27 May 2008 6,772 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 6,577 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 6,577 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2006 6,296 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 6,296 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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G286 XLK is a 1989 Honda C90 in Blue with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 19,210 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 G286 XLK, 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 37 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G286 XLK registered?

G286 XLK is a 1989 Honda C90, first registered on 4 August 1989.

Is G286 XLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G286 XLK shows 18 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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