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G862 PMW

1990 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,612 mi
Last recorded26,612 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2009
Typical for 1990 Honda City Express15,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG862 PMW
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Dec 2009 26,612 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Lower Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 26,109 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 25,347 miles

part of main frame where centre stand attaches, corroded through, suggest repair very soon.

Fail 31 Oct 2006 24,407 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2006 24,407 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 23,336 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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G862 PMW is a 1990 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 G862 PMW, 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 G862 PMW registered?

G862 PMW is a 1990 Honda City Express, first registered on 21 February 1990.

Is G862 PMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G862 PMW shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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