MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
15,269 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Front tyre side walls perishing.
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Front Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)
Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Front tyre side walls perishing.
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
front tyrte perished
rear mudguard loose
seat not lockable
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Offside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
perish marks on front & rear tyres
Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
perish marks on front & rear tyres
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
How Reliable is the Honda City Express?
Based on 17,480 MOT tests across 2,913 vehicles.
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C989 FFV is a 1986 Honda City Express in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.
Across all 1986 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 12,853 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 C989 FFV, 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 40 years old, this Honda City Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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C989 FFV is a 1986 Honda City Express, first registered on 25 February 1986.
Is C989 FFV safe to buy?
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