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F293 HTM

1988 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,565 mi
Last recorded41,565 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2015
Typical for 1988 Honda City Express13,532 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF293 HTM
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2015 41,565 miles

Both front suspension gaiters are split.

Centre stand not retracting smoothly.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 41,536 miles

near side foot well under side bracket corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2011 40,465 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2010 38,589 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 36,937 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 34,972 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 33,116 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 31,797 miles

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

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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F293 HTM is a 1988 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 F293 HTM, 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 F293 HTM registered?

F293 HTM is a 1988 Honda City Express, first registered on 16 August 1988.

Is F293 HTM safe to buy?

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