1989 Honda C90 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for C90 models manufactured in 1989, based on 3,643 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 1989 Honda C90 has an MOT pass rate of 78.3% based on 3,643 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 20,366 miles on the odometer. With a 21.7% failure rate, the 1989 C90 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1989 Honda C90 is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, responsible for 0.4% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Motorcycle wheels is the second most common issue at 0.2%. Motorcycle brakes follows at 0.1%.
Top failures specific to 1989 models only. The overall C90 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 0.4% | 13 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.2% | 6 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 0.1% | 4 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.1% | 4 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.1% | 3 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.1% | 2 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.1% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 20,366 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.18 | 0.4% | 13 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.08 | 0.2% | 6 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 0.05 | 0.1% | 4 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.05 | 0.1% | 4 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.04 | 0.1% | 3 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.03 | 0.1% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.03 | 0.1% | 2 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.01 | 0.0% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1989 Honda C90 has an MOT pass rate of 78.3% based on 3,643 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 20,366 miles on the odometer. With a 21.7% failure rate, the 1989 C90 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1989 Honda C90, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle lamps and reflectors: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With relatively low average mileage of 20,366 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 0.4% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 0.4% of MOT failures on 1989 Honda C90 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Motorcycle wheels — 0.2% of failures
Motorcycle wheels issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 1989 Honda C90 models. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs: £100–400 per wheel. Pre-MOT check: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels.
Motorcycle brakes — 0.1% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 0.1% of MOT failures on 1989 Honda C90 models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.