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F423 MWV

1989 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

16,637 mi
Last recorded16,637 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 1989 Honda City Express13,819 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF423 MWV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 16,637 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 16,617 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 16,544 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 16,453 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2014 16,288 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 29 May 2013 16,117 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 16,008 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 15,878 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2010 15,773 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Lower Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 15,773 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 15,710 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 15,601 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 15,452 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 15,383 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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F423 MWV is a 1989 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1989 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 13,819 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 F423 MWV, 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 37 years old, this Honda City Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F423 MWV is a 1989 Honda City Express, first registered on 16 June 1989.

Is F423 MWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F423 MWV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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