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F723 KSH

1988 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

15,771 mi
Last recorded15,771 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda City Express13,532 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF723 KSH
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 15,771 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2025 15,771 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 12,881 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 9,051 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 9,045 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 9,029 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 9,014 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 8,994 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 8,959 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 8,191 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 8,899 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 8,784 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 8,204 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 8,170 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 6,055 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 5,579 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 5,478 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 5,380 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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F723 KSH is a 1988 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 F723 KSH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F723 KSH registered?

F723 KSH is a 1988 Honda City Express, first registered on 27 September 1988.

Is F723 KSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F723 KSH shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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