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E808 HDX

1988 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

21,111 mi
Last recorded21,111 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 1988 Honda City Express13,532 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE808 HDX
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2015 21,111 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 19,011 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 13 Nov 2012 19,011 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear tyre pressure low

Pass 22 Nov 2011 15,300 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 15,300 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 7,099 miles

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Fail 21 Oct 2010 7,099 miles

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 7,099 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2009 7,099 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 7,099 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 7,099 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 7,099 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 7,099 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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E808 HDX is a 1988 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 E808 HDX, 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 E808 HDX registered?

E808 HDX is a 1988 Honda City Express, first registered on 8 March 1988.

Is E808 HDX safe to buy?

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