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C35 XNG

1985 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,699 mi
Last recorded11,699 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2020
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC35 XNG
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2020 11,699 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 11,696 miles

Front front tyre has cracks in side walls.

Pass 26 Mar 2018 11,666 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 11,544 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 11,323 miles

Front front tyre is slightly perrished

Pass 14 May 2015 10,540 miles

front tyre slightly perished

Fail 14 May 2015 10,540 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 17 Apr 2014 9,510 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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C35 XNG is a 1985 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 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 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 C35 XNG, 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 C35 XNG registered?

C35 XNG is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 17 August 1985.

Is C35 XNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C35 XNG 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.

Does C35 XNG have outstanding finance?

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