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D834 MCV

1987 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,381 mi
Last recorded16,381 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2010
Typical for 1987 Honda City Express15,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD834 MCV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2010 16,381 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 16,272 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 16,112 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 15,814 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2006 15,814 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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D834 MCV is a 1987 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 D834 MCV, 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 D834 MCV registered?

D834 MCV is a 1987 Honda City Express, first registered on 28 April 1987.

Is D834 MCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D834 MCV shows 5 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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