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G828 FON

1989 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

12,234 mi
Last recorded12,234 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda City Express13,819 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG828 FON
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 12,234 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 11,518 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 10,725 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2023 10,719 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 9,960 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 9,323 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 9,051 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 8,814 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2019 8,814 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 8,319 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 7,635 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 7,534 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 6,787 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 6,126 miles

rear tyre perishing

Pass 21 Sep 2011 6,011 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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G828 FON is a 1989 Honda City Express in Red 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 G828 FON, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G828 FON registered?

G828 FON is a 1989 Honda City Express, first registered on 2 November 1989.

Is G828 FON safe to buy?

The MOT history for G828 FON shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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