MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,082 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
An item not tested (Manual) DANGEROUS
Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS
Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS
Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
How Reliable is the Honda City Express?
Based on 17,480 MOT tests across 2,913 vehicles.
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B909 VHY is a 1984 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
Across all 1984 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 12,733 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 B909 VHY, 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 42 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 B909 VHY registered?
B909 VHY is a 1984 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 September 1984.
Is B909 VHY safe to buy?
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