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H290 DCR

1991 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,549 mi
Last recorded21,549 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 1991 Honda City Express12,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH290 DCR
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 21,549 miles

Wheel spoke slightly corroded front & rear (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 19 May 2023 21,484 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 21,408 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 21,333 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 21,275 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 21,181 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)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 21,129 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 21,129 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 21,010 miles

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 1 May 2014 20,905 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 20,808 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 20,743 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 20,650 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front suspension assembly slightly bent (2.3.1)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front fork gaiters split

Pass 11 Oct 2008 20,640 miles

Front Lower Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 10 Oct 2008 20,634 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Front Lower Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 20,353 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 19,750 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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H290 DCR is a 1991 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1991 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 12,414 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 H290 DCR, 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 35 years old, this Honda City Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H290 DCR is a 1991 Honda City Express, first registered on 10 April 1991.

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