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C554 WDU

1985 Honda City Express

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

116,729 mi
Last recorded116,729 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC554 WDU
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 116,729 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2017 11,659 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly Engine Revs Excessive on idle (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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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C554 WDU is a 1985 Honda City Express in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 C554 WDU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C554 WDU registered?

C554 WDU is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 10 October 1985.

Is C554 WDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C554 WDU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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