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G114 UPX

1989 Honda City Express

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

29,022 mi
Last recorded29,022 miles
Recorded on24 May 2012
Typical for 1989 Honda City Express13,819 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG114 UPX
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2012 29,022 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 27,839 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 27,383 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 7 Apr 2009 26,669 miles

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 26,669 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 26,293 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2007 25,724 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

front mudgaurd loose but not fouling another component

Pass 7 Jun 2006 25,010 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2005 24,274 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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G114 UPX is a 1989 Honda City Express in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 G114 UPX, 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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G114 UPX is a 1989 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 December 1989.

Is G114 UPX safe to buy?

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