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B555 MFY

1985 Honda City Express

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,037 mi
Last recorded20,037 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB555 MFY
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 20,037 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 19,971 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 19,629 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 19,608 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 19,588 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 19,588 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 19,570 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 19,570 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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B555 MFY is a 1985 Honda City Express in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 B555 MFY, 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 B555 MFY registered?

B555 MFY is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 3 June 1985.

Is B555 MFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B555 MFY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B555 MFY have outstanding finance?

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