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L229 HHV

1994 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

785 mi
Last recorded785 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda C9019,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL229 HHV
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 785 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 762 miles

All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 7 Jan 2023 762 miles

All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Brake component insecure arm s/pin missing (1.1.21 (c))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

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

Front Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 30 Nov 2011 31,933 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 31,933 miles

Front Upper Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Front Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

Fail 26 Nov 2010 19,753 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 19,753 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 16,970 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 14,694 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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L229 HHV is a 1994 Honda C90 in Blue with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 L229 HHV, 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 L229 HHV registered?

L229 HHV is a 1994 Honda C90, first registered on 9 March 1994.

Is L229 HHV safe to buy?

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