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PAJ 885X

1981 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

18,625 mi
Last recorded18,625 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda C9013,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAJ 885X
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 18,625 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 18,572 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 18,569 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2017 18,566 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on all plus dipped beam (1.1.3a)

Brake performance not tested due to stand (3.3)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute all (1.5.1c)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking stand dropping (6.1.1c)

Fail 16 Jun 2017 18,562 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on also main and dipped beam (1.1.3a)

Brake performance not tested due to throttle jaming (3.3)

Direction indicators not working not flashing (1.5.1c)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking stand dropping (6.1.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 18,250 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp indicators at tick over (1.1.3b)

rear tyre starting to perish and crack

Pass 9 Jul 2015 18,205 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 18,203 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 10 Jul 2014 18,182 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2014 18,180 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 17,578 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 15,998 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

headlamp glass cracked

Pass 5 Jul 2011 15,351 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

dip beam slightly low

indicators slow when engine idling

n/s light switch on h/bar needs tightening

Pass 18 May 2010 14,997 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 14,995 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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PAJ 885X is a 1981 Honda C90 in Blue with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1981 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 13,147 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 PAJ 885X, 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 45 years old, this Honda C90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PAJ 885X registered?

PAJ 885X is a 1981 Honda C90, first registered on 4 September 1981.

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