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E250 TKE

1987 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,236 mi
Last recorded22,236 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2020
Typical for 1987 Honda City Express15,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE250 TKE
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2020 22,236 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 22,125 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2018 22,123 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect Shock absorber leaking. (5.3.2 (b))

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect Excessive play felt through fork legs. (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel corroded but not to excess Front and Rear wheels signs of corrosion. Also on spokes. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 22,079 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 21,952 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 21,764 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 21,627 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 21,503 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 21,300 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 20,963 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 20,675 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 20,435 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 19,869 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2008 19,869 miles

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

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 19,238 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 18,586 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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E250 TKE is a 1987 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 E250 TKE, 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 E250 TKE registered?

E250 TKE is a 1987 Honda City Express, first registered on 6 October 1987.

Is E250 TKE safe to buy?

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