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B23 YFL

1984 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,708 mi
Last recorded32,708 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2012
Typical for 1984 Honda City Express12,733 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB23 YFL
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2012 32,708 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2010 12,319 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 30,876 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 30,876 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 28,796 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 28,796 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 26,761 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 25,848 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 25,848 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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B23 YFL is a 1984 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 12,733 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 City Express fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B23 YFL, 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 42 years old, this Honda City Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B23 YFL registered?

B23 YFL is a 1984 Honda City Express, first registered on 3 October 1984.

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