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B972 FWJ

1985 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,795 mi
Last recorded17,795 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB972 FWJ
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023 17,795 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 17,165 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 16,155 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 16 Feb 2021 16,155 miles

All direction indicators not working when running (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 5,278 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2020 5,278 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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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B972 FWJ is a 1985 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 B972 FWJ, 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 B972 FWJ registered?

B972 FWJ is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 2 May 1985.

Is B972 FWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B972 FWJ shows 6 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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