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B272 BYD

1985 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,065 mi
Last recorded7,065 miles
Recorded on14 May 2014
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB272 BYD
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2014 7,065 miles

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

rear tyre has cut across tread but to cords.

Fail 7 May 2014 7,029 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

rear tyre has cut across tread but to cords.

Pass 23 Mar 2013 6,029 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 5,869 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 5,754 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 5,700 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 5,700 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 5,556 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2008 5,556 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 5,246 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 5,030 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 4,659 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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B272 BYD is a 1985 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 13,217 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 B272 BYD, 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 41 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 B272 BYD registered?

B272 BYD is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 4 June 1985.

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