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F899 LAM

1989 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,623 mi
Last recorded18,623 miles
Recorded on15 May 2010
Typical for 1989 Honda City Express13,819 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF899 LAM
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2010 18,623 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 18,176 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 17,989 miles

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

Split in front fork gator

Pass 10 May 2007 17,368 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)

centre stand mounting worn

exhaust bolt missing

rear light lens cracked

Fail 9 May 2007 17,367 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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)

centre stand mounting worn

exhaust bolt missing

rear light lens cracked

Pass 6 Jun 2006 16,617 miles

Front Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front brake has little adjustment left.

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

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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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F899 LAM is a 1989 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F899 LAM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F899 LAM registered?

F899 LAM is a 1989 Honda City Express, first registered on 24 June 1989.

Is F899 LAM safe to buy?

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