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E933 JBP

1987 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

521 mi
Last recorded521 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 1987 Honda City Express15,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE933 JBP
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2023 521 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 15,007 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 14,756 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 14,287 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 14,229 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 14,172 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 14,147 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 14,147 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 14,144 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 4 Jul 2012 14,144 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake adjuster lack of reserve travel

Pass 11 Nov 2009 12,790 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 11,229 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2007 9,531 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2007 9,531 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2006 8,046 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 7,208 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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E933 JBP is a 1987 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1987 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 15,784 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 E933 JBP, 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 39 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 E933 JBP registered?

E933 JBP is a 1987 Honda City Express, first registered on 7 December 1987.

Is E933 JBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E933 JBP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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