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G499 PKR

1989 Honda City Express

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

18,301 mi
Last recorded18,301 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2018
Typical for 1989 Honda City Express13,819 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG499 PKR
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2018 18,301 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 18,231 miles

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

Rear tyre has irregular wear

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 17,195 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 17,195 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 16,666 miles

Front forks have slight play on lower leg

Pass 17 May 2014 16,218 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2013 15,223 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 9,995 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 9,991 miles

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

Little reserve travel to rear brake lever

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 9,965 miles

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

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

Rear number plate is in poor condition

rear brake is in need of attention/service

Pass 29 Jul 2008 9,339 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 8,743 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 8,236 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 8,217 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2005 7,783 miles

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

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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G499 PKR is a 1989 Honda City Express in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 G499 PKR, 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 G499 PKR registered?

G499 PKR is a 1989 Honda City Express, first registered on 9 December 1989.

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