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G395 WOW

1990 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

19,657 mi
Last recorded19,657 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 1990 Honda City Express15,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG395 WOW
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 19,657 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 19,094 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 19,094 miles

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 18,866 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 18,766 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 18,764 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

lower exhaust missing

Pass 30 Sep 2014 18,177 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 17,451 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 17,397 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 17,392 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2008 17,018 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 15,888 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 15,365 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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G395 WOW is a 1990 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 G395 WOW, 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 G395 WOW registered?

G395 WOW is a 1990 Honda City Express, first registered on 19 February 1990.

Is G395 WOW safe to buy?

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