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B356 VTA

1985 Honda City Express

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,719 mi
Last recorded25,719 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2009
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB356 VTA
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2009 25,719 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 25,149 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 24,571 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 24,571 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jan 2006 24,152 miles

Fork dust cover deteriorated on off side

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

Fail 19 Jan 2006 24,152 miles

Front Headlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

Front Headlamp main beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Fork dust cover deteriorated off side

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

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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B356 VTA is a 1985 Honda City Express in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B356 VTA, 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 B356 VTA registered?

B356 VTA is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 18 February 1985.

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