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E554 BGP

1988 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

21,569 mi
Last recorded21,569 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda City Express13,532 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE554 BGP
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 21,569 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Front tyre slight age related cracking

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake cable slightly loose (1.1.15 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 23 May 2025 21,569 miles

Front Stop lamp not working brake applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device ineffective (5.2.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released brake applied (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Front brake adjusted fully

Front tyre slight age related cracking

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake cable slightly loose (1.1.15 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 19,477 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 19,418 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2023 19,415 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding after brake has been released (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front tyre underinflated

Pass 7 Jan 2022 19,346 miles

Front tyre slightly cracking in sidewall

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play on limit (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 19,254 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 19,250 miles

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 19,109 miles

Front tyre cracking in tread areas

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose support bolt loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 18,868 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively slight bind (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Jan 2019 18,868 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively slight bind (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 18,581 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 18,581 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jan 2017 18,266 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 17,873 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 17,818 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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E554 BGP is a 1988 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 E554 BGP, 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 E554 BGP registered?

E554 BGP is a 1988 Honda City Express, first registered on 19 July 1988.

Is E554 BGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E554 BGP shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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