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B15 PRP

1986 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

1,727 mi
Last recorded1,727 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda City Express12,853 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB15 PRP
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 1,727 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 690 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2024 690 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 5,963 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 210 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 385 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 5,567 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 4,022 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 2,582 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 980 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 3,533 miles

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

chain guard missing

Pass 28 Feb 2015 2,301 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 565 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 652 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 2,414 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 1,769 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 292 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 193 miles

How Reliable is the Honda City Express?

Based on 17,480 MOT tests across 2,913 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
450
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,913
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 341
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 209
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 177
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 169
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 144
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B15 PRP is a 1986 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1986 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 12,853 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda City Express fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B15 PRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda City Express typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this Honda City Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B15 PRP registered?

B15 PRP is a 1986 Honda City Express, first registered on 3 April 1986.

Is B15 PRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B15 PRP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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