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RVT 389W

1981 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,529 mi
Last recorded18,529 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 1981 Honda C9013,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVT 389W
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 18,529 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 18,529 miles

Front Tyre incorrect because a radial tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply or bias belted tyre fitted to the rear (5.2.3 (a))

Rear Tyre designed for front wheel use fitted to the rear wheel (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 18,528 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 18,507 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 18,492 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 18,488 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp not working rear pedal switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2017 18,456 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 18,150 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

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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RVT 389W is a 1981 Honda C90 in Blue with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RVT 389W, 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 RVT 389W registered?

RVT 389W is a 1981 Honda C90, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is RVT 389W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVT 389W shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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