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F247 TFX

1988 Honda City Express

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

27,315 mi
Last recorded27,315 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2014
Typical for 1988 Honda City Express13,532 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF247 TFX
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2014 27,315 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 27,315 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

main stand dose not suport the bike

Pass 29 Jul 2013 25,365 miles

main stand worn/bent

Pass 3 Aug 2012 23,766 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 23,405 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 22,980 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 22,980 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 22,732 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Jul 2009 22,732 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 22,224 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 21,625 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2006 20,851 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 4 Aug 2005 20,087 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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F247 TFX is a 1988 Honda City Express in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 F247 TFX, 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 F247 TFX registered?

F247 TFX is a 1988 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F247 TFX safe to buy?

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