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J314 UEW

1992 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

13,898 mi
Last recorded13,898 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 1992 Honda City Express14,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ314 UEW
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 13,898 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2025 13,898 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Nov 2019 13,881 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp ALL (4.4.3 (b))

All direction indicators not working ALL (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working FRONT BRAKE (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working REAR BRAKE (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

BATTERY LEAKING

FRONT TYRE STARTING TO PERISH

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear FLEXABLE ENGINE MOUNT HAS SLIGHT PLAY

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

VIN PLATE COMING AWAY FROM FRAME

Pass 19 Apr 2018 13,376 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 12,261 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 10,111 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 9,555 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 9,229 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 8,902 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 8,590 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 8,008 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 7,593 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 7,588 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 7,158 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 6,973 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2005 6,676 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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J314 UEW is a 1992 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 J314 UEW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J314 UEW registered?

J314 UEW is a 1992 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 April 1992.

Is J314 UEW safe to buy?

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