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F792 PJN

1989 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

18,704 mi
Last recorded18,704 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 1989 Honda City Express13,819 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF792 PJN
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 18,704 miles

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering mudguard rubbing (2.1.4 (e))

Fail 2 Jun 2016 18,702 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Brake lever slightly damaged both n/s and o/s lever ends broke off (3.2.A1c)

Front Front suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the suspension mudguard (2.3.6a)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 11 Apr 2014 18,552 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 18,552 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 7,653 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2013 7,653 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 6,381 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Mar 2012 6,381 miles

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 6,246 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 6,209 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 6,209 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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F792 PJN is a 1989 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 F792 PJN, 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 F792 PJN registered?

F792 PJN is a 1989 Honda City Express, first registered on 27 January 1989.

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