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G543 DPJ

1990 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,887 mi
Last recorded14,887 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2012
Typical for 1990 Honda City Express15,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG543 DPJ
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2012 14,887 miles

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

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 11,522 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 15 Aug 2011 11,522 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 8,771 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 5,963 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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 Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 5,949 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 5,876 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 5,805 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 5,744 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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G543 DPJ is a 1990 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 G543 DPJ, 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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G543 DPJ is a 1990 Honda City Express, first registered on 8 June 1990.

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