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B672 VTA

1985 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,957 mi
Last recorded15,957 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB672 VTA
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 15,957 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. front and rear (4.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 15,936 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. both front and rear (4.2.1b)

Fail 2 Jun 2016 15,914 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. both front and rear (4.2.1b)

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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B672 VTA is a 1985 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 B672 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 B672 VTA registered?

B672 VTA is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 6 March 1985.

Is B672 VTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B672 VTA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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