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P542 KPO

1996 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

8,927 mi
Last recorded8,927 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda C9017,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP542 KPO
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 8,927 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 8,927 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 8,856 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 8,841 miles

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

rear shock weak

Fail 16 Jun 2020 8,841 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

rear shock weak

Pass 21 Jun 2019 8,734 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 8,573 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2017 8,347 miles

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

Loose lock nut N/side wheel adjuster.

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

Pass 16 May 2016 8,247 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 8,156 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 7,944 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 7,561 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 7,079 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 7,079 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 6,832 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 6,820 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 6,814 miles

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 6,789 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 6,619 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 5,828 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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P542 KPO is a 1996 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1996 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 17,368 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P542 KPO, 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 30 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 P542 KPO registered?

P542 KPO is a 1996 Honda C90, first registered on 1 September 1996.

Is P542 KPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P542 KPO shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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