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L225 VLF

1994 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2026
Tests30 (20 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,310 mi
Last recorded45,310 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda C9019,385 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL225 VLF
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

20 pass 10 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 45,310 miles

Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 16 Jan 2025 45,310 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 43,829 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 42,715 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2023 43,715 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 41,644 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 40,804 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 40,197 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 40,197 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 39,010 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 37,942 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 36,832 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 35,983 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 35,983 miles

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Fail 22 Jan 2015 34,745 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 34,745 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 33,594 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 32,413 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 32,413 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Jan 2012 31,145 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 31,145 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 29,871 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 28,647 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 28,647 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Jan 2009 27,250 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 27,250 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 22 Jan 2008 25,910 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 25,910 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 24,509 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 23,454 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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L225 VLF is a 1994 Honda C90 in Blue with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 19,385 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 L225 VLF, 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 32 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L225 VLF registered?

L225 VLF is a 1994 Honda C90, first registered on 2 February 1994.

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