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F165 ADH

1988 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,934 mi
Last recorded14,934 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 1988 Honda City Express13,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF165 ADH
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2018 14,934 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 14,934 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2008 14,914 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 14,891 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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F165 ADH is a 1988 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 F165 ADH, 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

How do I check the history of F165 ADH?

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What year was F165 ADH registered?

F165 ADH is a 1988 Honda City Express, first registered on 7 October 1988.

Is F165 ADH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F165 ADH shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F165 ADH have outstanding finance?

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