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E143 XHE

1988 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,316 mi
Last recorded9,316 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda C9020,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE143 XHE
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 9,316 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 8,926 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 8,921 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 8,909 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 8,882 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 8,869 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 8,753 miles

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 May 2020 8,753 miles

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2019 8,676 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 8,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2016 8,078 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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E143 XHE is a 1988 Honda C90 in Blue with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1988 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 20,348 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 E143 XHE, 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 38 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E143 XHE?

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What year was E143 XHE registered?

E143 XHE is a 1988 Honda C90, first registered on 20 May 1988.

Is E143 XHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E143 XHE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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