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L856 SHU

1993 Honda C90

Red Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,280 mi
Last recorded14,280 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2012
Typical for 1993 Honda C9018,979 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL856 SHU
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2012 14,280 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

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

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

offside rear indicator has alot of movement

Fail 31 Aug 2012 14,277 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

offside rear indicator has alot of movement

rear tyre pressure low

Pass 25 Jul 2011 14,125 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

front tyre starting to crack

Fail 22 Jul 2011 14,121 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

front tyre starting to crack

handle bar slightly deformed

Pass 8 Sep 2009 13,605 miles

Inner Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2008 13,000 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 12,992 miles

Centre Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Inner Rear Lower Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 12,742 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 12,423 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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L856 SHU is a 1993 Honda C90 in Red with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L856 SHU, 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 L856 SHU registered?

L856 SHU is a 1993 Honda C90, first registered on 1 September 1993.

Is L856 SHU safe to buy?

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