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J697 VNT

1992 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,611 mi
Last recorded9,611 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2017
Typical for 1992 Honda City Express14,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ697 VNT
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2017 9,611 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 9,611 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 6,163 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 6,147 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 6,109 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

front tyre has cracks in the side walls

rear tyre has cracks in the sidewalls

Pass 15 Jul 2013 6,109 miles

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

front tyre has cracks in the side walls

rear tyre has cracks in the sidewalls

Pass 10 Jul 2012 5,963 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 5,743 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 5,503 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 5,503 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 5,107 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 20 Jul 2009 5,107 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 7 Jul 2008 4,657 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 4,112 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 3,568 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2005 2,992 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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J697 VNT is a 1992 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J697 VNT, 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 J697 VNT registered?

J697 VNT is a 1992 Honda City Express, first registered on 27 February 1992.

Is J697 VNT safe to buy?

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