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K196 ARE

1993 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,815 mi
Last recorded37,815 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2009
Typical for 1993 Honda C9018,979 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK196 ARE
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2009 37,815 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2009 37,788 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 36,925 miles

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

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

Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

chain guard missing

Pass 24 Jan 2007 36,731 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 36,729 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Aug 2005 36,492 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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K196 ARE is a 1993 Honda C90 in Blue with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 18,979 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 K196 ARE, 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 33 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K196 ARE registered?

K196 ARE is a 1993 Honda C90, first registered on 17 February 1993.

Is K196 ARE safe to buy?

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