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J561 OBU

1992 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,730 mi
Last recorded23,730 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Honda C9020,507 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ561 OBU
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 23,730 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 23,677 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 23,614 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 23,544 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 23,523 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 23,477 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 23,477 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 23,448 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 23,444 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 23,444 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 23,208 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 23,208 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2007 21,044 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2007 21,044 miles

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)

Rear 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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J561 OBU is a 1992 Honda C90 in Blue with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1992 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 20,507 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 J561 OBU, 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 34 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 J561 OBU registered?

J561 OBU is a 1992 Honda C90, first registered on 7 January 1992.

Is J561 OBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J561 OBU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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