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J590 VHN

1992 Honda City Express

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,035 mi
Last recorded8,035 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Honda City Express14,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ590 VHN
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2025 8,035 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 6,586 miles

Front front tyre side wall slightly perished

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 6,570 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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J590 VHN is a 1992 Honda City Express in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J590 VHN, 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 J590 VHN registered?

J590 VHN is a 1992 Honda City Express, first registered on 16 March 1992.

Is J590 VHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J590 VHN shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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