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E568 WNW

1988 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,402 mi
Last recorded12,402 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 1988 Honda City Express13,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE568 WNW
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 12,402 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 12,362 miles

Rear Brake cable worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 12,343 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 12,331 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 12,297 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Apr 2018 12,274 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component fork bottom bush (2.3.4)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component fork bottom bush (2.3.4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively bent (4.2.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated exhaust heat shield loose (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged nut missing from valave stem (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 11,384 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Apr 2016 10,859 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2016 10,859 miles

Direction indicators not working all indicators (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 7,759 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 4,985 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 4,915 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 4,915 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 4,912 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 4,912 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 4,910 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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E568 WNW 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 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 E568 WNW, 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 E568 WNW registered?

E568 WNW is a 1988 Honda City Express, first registered on 2 June 1988.

Is E568 WNW safe to buy?

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