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C544 XVF

1985 Honda City Express

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

31,975 mi
Last recorded31,975 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC544 XVF
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 31,975 miles

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

both tyres are lightly perished

Pass 1 Apr 2015 31,927 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 27 Mar 2015 31,927 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 31,526 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 31,134 miles

f/wheel rim slight run out

Pass 27 Aug 2011 29,704 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 28,759 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 26,940 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 24,663 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 22,521 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 20,334 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 18,234 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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C544 XVF is a 1985 Honda City Express in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 C544 XVF, 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 C544 XVF registered?

C544 XVF is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 19 September 1985.

Is C544 XVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C544 XVF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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