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G812 VNR

1989 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

7,724 mi
Last recorded7,724 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2019
Typical for 1989 Honda City Express13,819 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG812 VNR
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2019 7,724 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 7,724 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2011 7,469 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 7,469 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Fail 24 May 2011 7,469 miles

Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 7,469 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 7,469 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 7,469 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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G812 VNR is a 1989 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 G812 VNR, 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 G812 VNR registered?

G812 VNR is a 1989 Honda City Express, first registered on 26 August 1989.

Is G812 VNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G812 VNR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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