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E971 XWF

1988 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,670 mi
Last recorded10,670 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 1988 Honda City Express13,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE971 XWF
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2016 10,670 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 9,468 miles

Centre Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 6,610 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 6,567 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 6,452 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 6,400 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 6,361 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 6,296 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 6,201 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 6,140 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 5,961 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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E971 XWF is a 1988 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E971 XWF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E971 XWF registered?

E971 XWF is a 1988 Honda City Express, first registered on 29 March 1988.

Is E971 XWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E971 XWF shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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