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G579 UKO

1990 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

38,453 mi
Last recorded38,453 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2014
Typical for 1990 Honda City Express15,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG579 UKO
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2014 38,453 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 37,873 miles

Front fork gaitor split

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 24 Jan 2012 37,097 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 37,097 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 36,702 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 36,231 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 35,669 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 35,669 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 35,042 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2007 34,267 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2006 33,442 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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G579 UKO is a 1990 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 G579 UKO, 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 G579 UKO registered?

G579 UKO is a 1990 Honda City Express, first registered on 30 April 1990.

Is G579 UKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G579 UKO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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