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H759 CPV

1990 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

23,971 mi
Last recorded23,971 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2013
Typical for 1990 Honda City Express15,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH759 CPV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2013 23,971 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 23,964 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 23,098 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 23,098 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 22,637 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 21,948 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 21,948 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 21,012 miles

Front Brake component has a poor repair (3.1.5)

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

left hand handlebar grip is slightly loose.

Pass 22 May 2008 19,931 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 19,144 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 17,995 miles

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

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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H759 CPV is a 1990 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1990 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 15,266 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 H759 CPV, 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 36 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 H759 CPV registered?

H759 CPV is a 1990 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H759 CPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H759 CPV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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