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B655 AHG

1985 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

10,405 mi
Last recorded10,405 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB655 AHG
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 10,405 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 10,388 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 10,364 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 10,308 miles

Front Tyre tread cracked

Pass 27 Mar 2020 10,264 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 10,024 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 10,008 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 9,995 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 9,974 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 9,967 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 9,967 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 9,953 miles

front and rear tyres have slight cracking on walls.

Pass 12 Jul 2012 9,945 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 9,912 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 9,902 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 9,890 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 9,872 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 9,832 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 9,792 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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B655 AHG is a 1985 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 B655 AHG, 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 B655 AHG registered?

B655 AHG is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 11 April 1985.

Is B655 AHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B655 AHG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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