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D996 WEV

1987 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,356 mi
Last recorded14,356 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2017
Typical for 1987 Honda City Express15,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD996 WEV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2017 14,356 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 14,196 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 13,817 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2009 13,813 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 13,386 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 12,985 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2006 12,426 miles

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

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

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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D996 WEV is a 1987 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 D996 WEV, 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 D996 WEV registered?

D996 WEV is a 1987 Honda City Express, first registered on 3 July 1987.

Is D996 WEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D996 WEV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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