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G919 NRB

1989 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

24,735 mi
Last recorded24,735 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2008
Typical for 1989 Honda City Express13,819 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG919 NRB
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2008 24,735 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Oct 2008 2,473 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Nearside Front Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 21,004 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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G919 NRB is a 1989 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 G919 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 G919 NRB registered?

G919 NRB is a 1989 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G919 NRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G919 NRB shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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