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KY52 KGO

2002 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

28,475 mi
Last recorded28,475 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda C9015,097 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY52 KGO
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 28,475 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 28,421 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 28,220 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 28,147 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 27,959 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 27,786 miles

Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2020 27,786 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 27,510 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 25,710 miles

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stand spring not tight

Pass 11 Sep 2017 26,707 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 26,706 miles

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

Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear brake plate fitted incorrectly

Pass 1 Sep 2016 26,151 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 24,950 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 24,950 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Fail 1 Aug 2013 24,943 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

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

Fail 15 Jul 2013 24,940 miles

Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 53,327 miles

rear brake on max adjustment

seat secured with strap

Pass 20 Jul 2011 43,871 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 38,037 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 28,016 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 19,039 miles

Front Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

Fail 4 Jun 2007 9,168 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 9,168 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 714 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 714 miles

Rear Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 11 May 2006 707 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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KY52 KGO is a 2002 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

Across all 2002 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 15,097 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 KY52 KGO, 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 24 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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KY52 KGO is a 2002 Honda C90, first registered on 24 September 2002.

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