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E428 WEX

1988 Honda City Express

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,558 mi
Last recorded3,558 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 1988 Honda City Express13,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE428 WEX
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 3,558 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 3,558 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 3,555 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 3,555 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 3,475 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 3,346 miles

Front suspension has slight distortion (2.3.8)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 4 Jul 2011 3,048 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 3,048 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 2,710 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 2,038 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 19 Jun 2009 2,038 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 1,245 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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E428 WEX is a 1988 Honda City Express in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E428 WEX, 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 E428 WEX registered?

E428 WEX is a 1988 Honda City Express, first registered on 19 May 1988.

Is E428 WEX safe to buy?

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