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GX51 RHO

2001 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

10,521 mi
Last recorded10,521 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 RHO
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 10,521 miles

Nearside brake lever to hand bar worn lose

Pass 13 Jun 2023 7,650 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 7,643 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 7,636 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 7,548 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 7,433 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 7,152 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 7,152 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 6,809 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 6,312 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 5,891 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 5,473 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 4,999 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 4,469 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 3,906 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 3,289 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 2,760 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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GX51 RHO is a 2001 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2001 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 12,450 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 GX51 RHO, 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 25 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX51 RHO registered?

GX51 RHO is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 14 November 2001.

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The MOT history for GX51 RHO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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