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D476 OYD

1987 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

18,081 mi
Last recorded18,081 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2013
Typical for 1987 Honda City Express15,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD476 OYD
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2013 18,081 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

slight perishing to sidewalls of front tyre

Fail 3 Oct 2013 18,081 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

slight perishing to sidewalls of front tyre

Fail 7 Sep 2012 18,081 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 18,081 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 15 Jan 2011 18,081 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 15 Jan 2011 18,081 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 17,100 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 15 Jan 2009 15,424 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 15,424 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 15,424 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 15,424 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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D476 OYD is a 1987 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1987 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 15,784 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 D476 OYD, 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 39 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 D476 OYD registered?

D476 OYD is a 1987 Honda City Express, first registered on 31 March 1987.

Is D476 OYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D476 OYD shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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