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J986 RVS

1992 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,549 mi
Last recorded28,549 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Honda C9020,507 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ986 RVS
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 28,549 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 28,544 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 28,539 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

advise front brake lever travel

advise rear inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2018 28,539 miles

Front Road spring worn, but not excessively (5.3.1 (b) (i))

No lights fitted at time of test.

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Speedometer / odometer not recording

Pass 22 Jun 2017 28,539 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

all lights taped daylight use only mot

horn weak on tickover

Pass 10 Jun 2016 28,539 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

all lights taped daylight use only mot

horn weak

Fail 10 Jun 2016 28,539 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

horn weak

Pass 21 May 2015 28,539 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 27,817 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front tyre rubs slightly on mudguard

rear tyre soft

Fail 28 Apr 2014 27,817 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

front tyre rubs slightly on mudguard

rear tyre soft

Fail 20 Apr 2013 26,383 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

lower ns corner of reg plate cracked

ns grip slightly loose

Pass 20 Apr 2013 26,383 miles

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

lower ns corner of reg plate cracked

ns grip slightly loose

Pass 13 Apr 2012 22,378 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

front susp/springs rusty

Fail 12 Apr 2012 14,292 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

front susp/springs rusty

Pass 12 Feb 2008 18,971 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
Full Honda C90 reliability report

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J986 RVS is a 1992 Honda C90 in Blue with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J986 RVS, 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 J986 RVS registered?

J986 RVS is a 1992 Honda C90, first registered on 30 March 1992.

Is J986 RVS safe to buy?

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