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G288 WKP

1989 Honda City Express

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,559 mi
Last recorded18,559 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2018
Typical for 1989 Honda City Express13,819 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG288 WKP
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018 18,559 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 18,558 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 18,540 miles

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

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

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

Rear rear tyre side walls starting to perrish

Pass 25 Sep 2015 18,500 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2015 18,500 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 17,989 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 17,881 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 16,871 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 16,871 miles

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 16,629 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 16,231 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 15,704 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

engine noisy !!!!!!!!!!!!

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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G288 WKP is a 1989 Honda City Express in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 G288 WKP, 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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G288 WKP is a 1989 Honda City Express, first registered on 24 December 1989.

Is G288 WKP safe to buy?

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