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F553 BCL

1989 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

26,164 mi
Last recorded26,164 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2009
Typical for 1989 Honda City Express13,819 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF553 BCL
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2009 26,164 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 26,150 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2008 25,550 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 21,062 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 21,062 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 19,334 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 19,334 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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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F553 BCL is a 1989 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 F553 BCL, 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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What year was F553 BCL registered?

F553 BCL is a 1989 Honda City Express, first registered on 10 January 1989.

Is F553 BCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F553 BCL shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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