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D531 NOD

1986 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,652 mi
Last recorded13,652 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2011
Typical for 1986 Honda City Express12,853 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD531 NOD
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2011 13,652 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 13,652 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 13,645 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear brake slightly sticky on release

Pass 17 Sep 2008 13,584 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 13,574 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

rear brake needs adjustment

Pass 10 Sep 2007 13,438 miles

rear brake lever nearly has no reserve travel

Pass 6 Sep 2006 13,289 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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D531 NOD is a 1986 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 D531 NOD, 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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What year was D531 NOD registered?

D531 NOD is a 1986 Honda City Express, first registered on 4 September 1986.

Is D531 NOD safe to buy?

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