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C679 PPK

1985 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,152 mi
Last recorded9,152 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2011
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC679 PPK
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2011 9,152 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

tyre sidewalls starting to crack

Pass 24 Aug 2010 9,104 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 9,088 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 9,070 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 8,999 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 8,883 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 8,802 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 8,802 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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C679 PPK 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 C679 PPK, 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 C679 PPK registered?

C679 PPK is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 20 September 1985.

Is C679 PPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C679 PPK shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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