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C629 YOT

1985 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,725 mi
Last recorded11,725 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2012
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC629 YOT
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2012 11,725 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 9 Nov 2012 11,719 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 26,425 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 25,099 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 23,425 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 23,317 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 22,742 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

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

Offside Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

small splits in sidewalls of front tyre

Fail 16 Aug 2006 22,741 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front mudguard can easily contact any fixed point of the motor bicycle. (2.3.7)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Oil leak

small splits in sidewalls of front tyre

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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C629 YOT 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 75%.

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 C629 YOT, 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 C629 YOT registered?

C629 YOT is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 18 September 1985.

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