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M359 ARV

1995 Honda C90

Red Petrol 89cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1995 Honda C9019,033 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM359 ARV
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine89cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025
Fail 27 Mar 2021

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Gear change loose on spline fitment

Headlamp bulb fitted incorrectly

No chain gaurd

Play in Cush drive

Throttle does not snap shut

Tyre rubs frame on maximum compression both wheels

Washers used as spacers

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Wheel rubs brake cable on left hand lock

Pass 17 Apr 2019

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No front mudguard fitted at time of test

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2017

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Front suspension has been modified (2.3.8)

Rear suspension has been modified (2.4.A.2d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 23 Oct 2017

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Front suspension has been modified (2.3.8)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension has been modified (2.4.A.2d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 14,300 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 14,300 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 14,300 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 14,300 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 14,300 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 14,300 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 23 Mar 2013 14,300 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 14,300 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 14,300 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2011 14,300 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 22 Feb 2011 14,300 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 14,499 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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M359 ARV is a 1995 Honda C90 in Red with a 89cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 1995 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 19,033 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 M359 ARV, 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 31 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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M359 ARV is a 1995 Honda C90, first registered on 1 May 1995.

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