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H431 JPA

1991 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,430 mi
Last recorded42,430 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2008
Typical for 1991 Honda City Express12,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH431 JPA
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2008 42,430 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2007

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 36,089 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 36,089 miles

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

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2005 34,598 miles

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

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

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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H431 JPA is a 1991 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 H431 JPA, 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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What year was H431 JPA registered?

H431 JPA is a 1991 Honda City Express, first registered on 6 February 1991.

Is H431 JPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H431 JPA shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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