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G712 UPO

1989 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,656 mi
Last recorded19,656 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 1989 Honda City Express13,819 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG712 UPO
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2023 19,656 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 19,627 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 19,394 miles

Central Front slight cracking to front tyre side wall

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 19,246 miles

Central Front slight cracking to sidewalls on front tyre

Pass 31 May 2018 18,800 miles

Central Front tyre has cracking to side walls(not deep)

Central Rear tyre has cracking to side walls(not deep)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2016 18,716 miles

Centre Front front tyre showing signs cracking on side walls

Centre Rear rear tyre showing signs of cracking on side walls

Pass 1 Sep 2015 18,628 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 18,553 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2013 18,546 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 18,540 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 18,531 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 18,526 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 18,512 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 18,498 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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 Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 18,493 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 18,487 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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G712 UPO is a 1989 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G712 UPO, 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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G712 UPO is a 1989 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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