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GX02 YTG

2002 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

12,010 mi
Last recorded12,010 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda City Express12,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX02 YTG
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 12,010 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 11,917 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 11,896 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 11,896 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 11,896 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 11,876 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 11,896 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 11,896 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 11,896 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 11,896 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 11,896 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 11,586 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 11,586 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 11,087 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 9,990 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 28 Aug 2008 9,153 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Aug 2008 9,153 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 7,050 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 5,640 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 4,137 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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GX02 YTG is a 2002 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2002 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 12,051 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 GX02 YTG, 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 24 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GX02 YTG registered?

GX02 YTG is a 2002 Honda City Express, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is GX02 YTG safe to buy?

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