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G896 XBA

1990 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,679 mi
Last recorded14,679 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 1990 Honda C9019,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG896 XBA
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2024 14,679 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 14,230 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 14,230 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 13,593 miles

Battery discharged

Choke operation stiff

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front tyre perished but cords not exposed

Pass 25 Oct 2021 13,201 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 12,132 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 12,132 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 11,721 miles

Choke inoperative.

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 20 May 2014 11,741 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 11,733 miles

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

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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G896 XBA is a 1990 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 19,584 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 G896 XBA, 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 36 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G896 XBA registered?

G896 XBA is a 1990 Honda C90, first registered on 11 June 1990.

Is G896 XBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G896 XBA shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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