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B388 YWC

1985 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,238 mi
Last recorded16,238 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2009
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB388 YWC
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Jan 2009 16,238 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2007 16,131 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 15,377 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 14,860 miles

Nearside Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

centre stand bent

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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B388 YWC is a 1985 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 B388 YWC, 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 B388 YWC registered?

B388 YWC is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 22 January 1985.

Is B388 YWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B388 YWC shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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