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B512 RRU

1985 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

21,057 mi
Last recorded21,057 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB512 RRU
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 21,057 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front and rear tyres 2008. Rear tyre wall cracking.

Handlebars slightly misaligned

Pass 13 May 2024 21,045 miles

Front Handlebar slightly misaligned

Front Tyre pressure low

Pass 11 May 2023 20,998 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 20,820 miles

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 14 May 2021 20,625 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 20,435 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 20,329 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 20,141 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 20,039 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 19,954 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 19,752 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 19,623 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 19,442 miles

front tyre has slightly perished

Fail 3 May 2013 19,442 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

front tyre has slightly perished

Pass 26 Apr 2012 19,340 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 19,265 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 19,164 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 19,085 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 18,955 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 18,955 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 18,729 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 18,313 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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B512 RRU is a 1985 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 B512 RRU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B512 RRU registered?

B512 RRU is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 9 January 1985.

Is B512 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B512 RRU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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