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D735 BAY

1987 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,976 mi
Last recorded19,976 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 1987 Honda City Express15,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD735 BAY
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 19,976 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 19,976 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 19,976 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 19,976 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 19,976 miles

Split in rubber gaitor to rh fork leg.

Pass 28 Oct 2010 19,936 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 19,813 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 19,791 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 19,791 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 19,699 miles

Steering headbearing has slight 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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D735 BAY is a 1987 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 D735 BAY, 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 D735 BAY registered?

D735 BAY is a 1987 Honda City Express, first registered on 2 February 1987.

Is D735 BAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for D735 BAY shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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