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Y218 XFL

2001 Honda C90

Grey Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

41,117 mi
Last recorded41,117 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda C9016,717 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY218 XFL
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 41,117 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 42,629 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 40,451 miles
Fail 18 May 2021 40,451 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 39,759 miles

Central Front Lower Headlamp lens slightly defective small crack in plastic headlight lense lower left hand corner does not affect operation (condition) (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2020 39,759 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Registration plate inscription illegible damage worn through letters from behind altering the ability to be read easily (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure swinging arm pivot bolt loose due to nut not being able to pinch up tight on swinging arm bushes because spacer between silencer mounting bracket is missing even though nut was tight causing excessive side play in swinging arm. (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Lower Headlamp lens slightly defective small crack in plastic headlight lense lower left hand corner does not affect operation (condition) (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 33,530 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 32,140 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 30,260 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 30,260 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 28,168 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 26,685 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Chain guard missing

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

Fail 18 Jun 2013 26,685 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 26,344 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 39,092 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 37,580 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 37,580 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 33,889 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 28,918 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 24,407 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 19,587 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2005 14,915 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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Y218 XFL is a 2001 Honda C90 in Grey with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2001 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 16,717 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 Y218 XFL, 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 25 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y218 XFL registered?

Y218 XFL is a 2001 Honda C90, first registered on 11 June 2001.

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