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F446 DEW

1989 Honda City Express

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

14,352 mi
Last recorded14,352 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2019
Typical for 1989 Honda City Express13,819 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF446 DEW
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2019 14,352 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 14,340 miles

Exhaust corroded

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 14,314 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 14,165 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 13,886 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 13,886 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 13,572 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 13,236 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2012 13,236 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 12,749 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 12,231 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 6 Jul 2010 12,231 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 11,829 miles

Exhaust rusting. Rear tyre tread low. Brake shoes front and rear nearing wear limit.

Pass 3 Jul 2008 11,180 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 11,180 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 5 Jul 2007 10,527 miles

Centre stand retraction operation worn

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 10,527 miles

Centre stand retraction operation worn

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

Pass 11 Jul 2006 9,747 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 9,747 miles

Front Lower Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (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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F446 DEW is a 1989 Honda City Express in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 F446 DEW, 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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F446 DEW is a 1989 Honda City Express, first registered on 17 April 1989.

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