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G198 KAG

1989 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,781 mi
Last recorded13,781 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2012
Typical for 1989 Honda City Express13,819 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG198 KAG
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2012 13,781 miles

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)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2012 13,781 miles

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

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)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 12,710 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 12,710 miles

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 12,406 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 12,365 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2008 12,179 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 11,671 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 10,870 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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G198 KAG is a 1989 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 G198 KAG, 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 G198 KAG registered?

G198 KAG is a 1989 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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