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C226 ULN

1986 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,852 mi
Last recorded12,852 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2016
Typical for 1986 Honda City Express12,853 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC226 ULN
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2016 12,852 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 12,049 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 12,049 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 11,084 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 5 Jul 2012 11,076 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 10,822 miles

End of rear brake lever broken.

Left hand mirror cracked.

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 9,149 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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C226 ULN is a 1986 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 C226 ULN, 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 C226 ULN registered?

C226 ULN is a 1986 Honda City Express, first registered on 17 March 1986.

Is C226 ULN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C226 ULN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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