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BV51 LSC

2001 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,469 mi
Last recorded6,469 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 LSC
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2012 6,469 miles

seat lock broken

Fail 12 Dec 2012 6,469 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

seat lock broken

Pass 2 Dec 2011 6,322 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 5,522 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 4,934 miles

rear brake has little reserve travel

seat lock broken

Pass 19 Nov 2008 3,999 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 3,182 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 2,528 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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BV51 LSC is a 2001 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 2001 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 12,450 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 BV51 LSC, 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 25 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BV51 LSC registered?

BV51 LSC is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is BV51 LSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV51 LSC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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