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E736 JPG

1988 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,630 mi
Last recorded21,630 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 1988 Honda City Express13,532 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE736 JPG
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 21,630 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 21,629 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 21,454 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(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 21,269 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

centre stand broken

Fail 10 Jun 2014 21,269 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

centre stand broken

Fail 6 Jun 2013 20,950 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 6 Jun 2013 20,950 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 20,500 miles

centre stand very worn ,bike will fall over if used

Pass 27 May 2011 19,972 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 19,319 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 18,827 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 18,827 miles

Nearside Front suspension has severe distortion of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.3.8)

Offside Front suspension has severe distortion of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.3.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 18,291 miles

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

Offside Front 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(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2007 17,370 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 16,391 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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E736 JPG is a 1988 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E736 JPG, 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 E736 JPG registered?

E736 JPG is a 1988 Honda City Express, first registered on 12 July 1988.

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