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D960 OET

1986 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,419 mi
Last recorded15,419 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda City Express12,853 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD960 OET
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 15,419 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively cable slightley sticky (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Aug 2025 15,419 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively cable slightley sticky (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 15,175 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced side light (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated fork gaiter split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 14,868 miles

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim front and rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 13,725 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 12,677 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 12,670 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 12,616 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 11,499 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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D960 OET is a 1986 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 D960 OET, 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 D960 OET registered?

D960 OET is a 1986 Honda City Express, first registered on 3 October 1986.

Is D960 OET safe to buy?

The MOT history for D960 OET shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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