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F417 ENE

1988 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

22,515 mi
Last recorded22,515 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2009
Typical for 1988 Honda City Express13,532 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF417 ENE
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2009 22,515 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 22,434 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 20,445 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 20,445 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 19,887 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 19,987 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2006 18,952 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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F417 ENE is a 1988 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 F417 ENE, 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 F417 ENE registered?

F417 ENE is a 1988 Honda City Express, first registered on 12 August 1988.

Is F417 ENE safe to buy?

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