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B902 XUA

1985 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,860 mi
Last recorded34,860 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2012
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB902 XUA
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2012 34,860 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 34,365 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 34,364 miles

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 26 Jun 2010 34,363 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 33,745 miles

Parts of main frame and structure at early stages of corrosion

Pass 6 Jun 2008 32,908 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 22 May 2007 32,037 miles

front tyre near legal limits

Pass 2 Jun 2006 31,231 miles

rear tyre becoming perished † †rear brake drum becoming distorted

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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B902 XUA is a 1985 Honda City Express in Red 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 B902 XUA, 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 B902 XUA registered?

B902 XUA is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 12 June 1985.

Is B902 XUA safe to buy?

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