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C174 CAH

1986 Honda City Express

Beige Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

21,951 mi
Last recorded21,951 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Honda City Express12,853 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC174 CAH
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1986
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 21,951 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 21,144 miles

slight play in front forks

Pass 11 Oct 2023 11,759 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 11,757 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 11,757 miles

Nail in front tyre

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 11,757 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 11,757 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Speedo cable retaining screw missing

Pass 6 Apr 2010 11,757 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 11,572 miles

front tyre at legal limits.

Pass 22 Jun 2007 11,572 miles

front tyre at legal limits

Fail 29 Jun 2006 10,509 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

both side walls on rear tyre are cracked .

Pass 29 Jun 2006 10,509 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

both side walls on rear tyre are cracked .

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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C174 CAH is a 1986 Honda City Express in Beige with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1986 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 12,853 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 C174 CAH, 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 40 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 C174 CAH registered?

C174 CAH is a 1986 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 June 1986.

Is C174 CAH safe to buy?

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