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K490 XDV

1993 Honda C90

Red Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

22,116 mi
Last recorded22,116 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda C9018,979 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK490 XDV
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 22,116 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 22,116 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Chain guard missing ()

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 22,116 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2022 22,116 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 22,116 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel nut locking pin missing

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Main beam warning lamp not working

Rear Brake torque arm locking pin missing

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear cush drive worn

Fail 6 Mar 2021 22,116 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear cush drive worn

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel nut locking pin missing

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Main beam warning lamp not working

Rear Brake torque arm locking pin missing

Pass 21 Jan 2020 22,116 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Headlamp light intensity reduced pattern poor (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 21,258 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 21,246 miles

Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

no reserve travell on front brake

Pass 25 Apr 2017 18,705 miles

Battery flat

front brake slightly slow release

Fail 25 Apr 2017 18,705 miles

Battery flat

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

front brake slightly slow release

Pass 11 Feb 2016 14,589 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 5 Feb 2016 14,588 miles

Offside Front Wheel spoke excessively loose 3 (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly not self closing (6.2.1f)

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.E1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Decelerometer brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.E1d) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

tickover too high

Pass 21 Jan 2015 9,997 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 9,992 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2005 9,967 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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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K490 XDV is a 1993 Honda C90 in Red with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1993 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 18,979 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 K490 XDV, 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 33 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 K490 XDV registered?

K490 XDV is a 1993 Honda C90, first registered on 10 June 1993.

Is K490 XDV safe to buy?

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