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D280 CPE

1987 Honda C90

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

33,962 mi
Last recorded33,962 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 1987 Honda C9019,783 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD280 CPE
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 33,962 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 32,795 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 32,593 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 31,618 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 29,302 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 28,016 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 25,807 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 24,228 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 22,888 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 21,303 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 19,762 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 19,738 miles

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

Offside Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 19,643 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 17,471 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2008 17,471 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 15,932 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 15,932 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

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

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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D280 CPE is a 1987 Honda C90 in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1987 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 19,783 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 D280 CPE, 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 39 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 D280 CPE registered?

D280 CPE is a 1987 Honda C90, first registered on 27 June 1987.

Is D280 CPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for D280 CPE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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