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E308 KBP

1987 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,519 mi
Last recorded38,519 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2015
Typical for 1987 Honda City Express15,784 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE308 KBP
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2015 38,519 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 38,428 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 38,170 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 17,249 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 37,003 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 35,478 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 33,741 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 31,746 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 29,983 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 28,301 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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E308 KBP is a 1987 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E308 KBP, 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 E308 KBP registered?

E308 KBP is a 1987 Honda City Express, first registered on 13 November 1987.

Is E308 KBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E308 KBP shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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