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G151 MVY

1990 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,004 mi
Last recorded22,004 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2012
Typical for 1990 Honda City Express15,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG151 MVY
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2012 22,004 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 20,781 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 20,780 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 17,954 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

steering handlebars slightly miss aligned

Pass 4 Jul 2008 16,704 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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G151 MVY is a 1990 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 15,266 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 G151 MVY, 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 36 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 G151 MVY registered?

G151 MVY is a 1990 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 June 1990.

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