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G290 VBJ

1989 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

3,035 mi
Last recorded3,035 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 1989 Honda C9019,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG290 VBJ
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 3,035 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Oct 2017 3,035 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 51 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 49 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 34,580 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 34,579 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 34,049 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2013 33,959 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear brake back plate lever shaft slightly worn

Pass 4 Jan 2012 30,790 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 28,292 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 27,408 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 27,400 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 24,021 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 24,021 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 23,921 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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G290 VBJ is a 1989 Honda C90 in Blue with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 G290 VBJ, 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 G290 VBJ registered?

G290 VBJ is a 1989 Honda C90, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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