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G87 NRB

1989 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

20,250 mi
Last recorded20,250 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2020
Typical for 1989 Honda City Express13,819 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG87 NRB
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2020 20,250 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 20,088 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 20,068 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 19,991 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 19,843 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 19,843 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2013 19,599 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 19,578 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 18,991 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2012 18,974 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 18,916 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 18,614 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 18,614 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2008 17,945 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 15,755 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 15,755 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Offside Rear Rear suspension bearing excessively deteriorated (2.4A.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 24 May 2006 14,113 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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G87 NRB is a 1989 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 G87 NRB, 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 G87 NRB registered?

G87 NRB is a 1989 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G87 NRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G87 NRB shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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