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D806 ARE

1986 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

20,097 mi
Last recorded20,097 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2016
Typical for 1986 Honda City Express12,853 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD806 ARE
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2016 20,097 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 20,097 miles

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

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Rear wheel spindle loose suspect threads damaged (2.4.A.2b)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 19,182 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

centre and side stands are u/s

headlamp damaged

Fail 20 Jan 2015 19,182 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

centre and side stands are u/s

headlamp damaged

Pass 20 Feb 2014 18,573 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 12 Feb 2014 18,573 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

rear tyre pressure low

Pass 3 Feb 2012 18,404 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 17,012 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 17,012 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 15,995 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 14,962 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 13,279 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 13,279 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 11,098 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 9,610 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 7,992 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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D806 ARE is a 1986 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 D806 ARE, 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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D806 ARE is a 1986 Honda City Express, first registered on 20 August 1986.

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