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B882 NPY

1985 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

5,800 mi
Last recorded5,800 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2024
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB882 NPY
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2024 5,800 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 5,599 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 5,254 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 4,979 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 4,811 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 19 May 2014 4,658 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Pass 19 May 2014 4,658 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 4,575 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 4,559 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 4,438 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 4,255 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2008 4,156 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 3,723 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 2,801 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 2,394 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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B882 NPY is a 1985 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 B882 NPY, 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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How do I check the history of B882 NPY?

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What year was B882 NPY registered?

B882 NPY is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 6 February 1985.

Is B882 NPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B882 NPY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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