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C765 AEC

1985 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

7,801 mi
Last recorded7,801 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 1985 Honda City Express13,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC765 AEC
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 7,801 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 7,643 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 7,603 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 7,335 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 7,333 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2017 7,309 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 7,280 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 7,241 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 7,180 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 7,162 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 7,143 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 7,126 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 7,108 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 7,068 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 7,033 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 7,015 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 6,899 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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C765 AEC is a 1985 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 C765 AEC, 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 C765 AEC registered?

C765 AEC is a 1985 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C765 AEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C765 AEC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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