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K517 TGV

1993 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

30,158 mi
Last recorded30,158 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1993 Honda C9018,979 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK517 TGV
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 30,158 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 20 May 2025 30,158 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 29,862 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2024 29,862 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 4 Feb 2023 29,780 miles

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively LEVER SLIGHT STICKING CAUSE SLIGHT BIND (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Dec 2022 29,768 miles

Offside Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Central area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort Fluctuation / vibration (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose Marked in yellow (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Dec 2021 28,376 miles

All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 27,864 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 26,955 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 26,955 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 25,110 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2018 25,093 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 23,113 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 22,887 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 22,189 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 22,189 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 21,689 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 21,412 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 21,172 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 21,172 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 20,596 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 20,554 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 20,583 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 20,457 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 20,423 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 20,395 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 20,224 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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K517 TGV is a 1993 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 K517 TGV, 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.

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What year was K517 TGV registered?

K517 TGV is a 1993 Honda C90, first registered on 3 March 1993.

Is K517 TGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K517 TGV shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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