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C203 BVF

1986 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

17,118 mi
Last recorded17,118 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 1986 Honda City Express12,853 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC203 BVF
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 17,118 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2018 12,429 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 12,429 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 12,429 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 12,429 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear brake switch n/w (1.3.1a)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. seized (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 May 2015 12,429 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 12,429 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 12,429 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 12,429 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front right hand fork gaiter split

main frame tube underneath corroding

Fail 23 Apr 2012 12,429 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front right hand fork gaiter split

main frame tube underneath corroding

rear brake needs adjustment

Pass 26 Apr 2011 12,429 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 12,429 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2010 12,429 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 12,429 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 12,429 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 12,429 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 12,429 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 12,429 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 12,429 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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C203 BVF is a 1986 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 C203 BVF, 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 C203 BVF registered?

C203 BVF is a 1986 Honda City Express, first registered on 22 May 1986.

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