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B681 LYJ

1985 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

14,254 mi
Last recorded14,254 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2019
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB681 LYJ
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2019 14,254 miles

Surface corrosion on rear wheel and exhaust

Pass 19 Mar 2014 13,928 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 13,480 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 13,043 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 12,488 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 11,756 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 11,045 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 11,045 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2008 10,319 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 10,319 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 12 Mar 2007 9,261 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 8,512 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2005 8,268 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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B681 LYJ is a 1985 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 B681 LYJ, 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 B681 LYJ registered?

B681 LYJ is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 18 April 1985.

Is B681 LYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B681 LYJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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