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J229 OKM

1992 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

33,924 mi
Last recorded33,924 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 1992 Honda City Express14,766 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ229 OKM
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 33,924 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 33,748 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 33,142 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 33,142 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 32,345 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 31,697 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 31,697 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 31,072 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 30,294 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 30,294 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 29,324 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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J229 OKM is a 1992 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1992 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 14,766 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 J229 OKM, 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 34 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 J229 OKM registered?

J229 OKM is a 1992 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 July 1992.

Is J229 OKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J229 OKM 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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