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E295 MDD

1988 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

26,791 mi
Last recorded26,791 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2023
Typical for 1988 Honda City Express13,532 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE295 MDD
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2023 26,791 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 26,780 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 26,716 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 26,585 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2015 26,585 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 26,209 miles

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

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

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

rear tyre has a split but not deep enough to reach ply or cord

Pass 18 Feb 2013 25,278 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 24,117 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Feb 2012 24,110 miles

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

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to excessive wear (3.2.A1i)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.C2d) DANGEROUS

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

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

tail light very dim

Pass 22 Feb 2011 22,941 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 21,793 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 20,691 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2008 19,494 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2008 19,494 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 18,282 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 17,037 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 17,037 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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E295 MDD is a 1988 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1988 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 13,532 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 E295 MDD, 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 38 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 E295 MDD registered?

E295 MDD is a 1988 Honda City Express, first registered on 7 April 1988.

Is E295 MDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E295 MDD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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