Honda C90m (2001)
2001 Honda C90m
CarHunch analysed 137 real MOT records for the 2001 Honda C90m. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2001 Honda C90M has a 21% first-time pass rate, dramatically below the UK average of 80%, meaning nearly four in five examples fail their MOT on first attempt. The good news is that no vehicles in this cohort have ever recorded a dangerous defect, so safety-critical failures aren't the issue here.
With a median mileage of just 17,713 miles for a 23-year-old motorcycle, these machines have covered unusually low distances, yet they're still failing MOTs at high rates—suggesting age-related wear rather than abuse is the culprit. Before buying, budget for immediate remedial work: get a pre-purchase inspection to identify which components (likely fuel system, ignition, or exhaust emissions controls) are causing failures, as the pattern suggests systemic issues common to this aging model rather than isolated problems.
What to check before buying a 2001 Honda C90m
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (93%) | 128 | 15.8% | 0.25 |
| Other (7%) | 9 | 94.4% | 0.11 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2001 Honda C90m vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2001 Honda C90m vehicles fall between 8,194 and 31,013 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2001 Honda C90m
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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28.1%
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm
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28.1%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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15.6%
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded
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15.6%
Drive chain excessively loose
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15.6%
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam
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12.5%
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies
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12.5%
Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess
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9.4%
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2001. Counts include advisories and failures.
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