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J79 KAE

1991 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

12,058 mi
Last recorded12,058 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2013
Typical for 1991 Honda City Express12,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ79 KAE
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2013 12,058 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 11,176 miles

advise front tyre cracking

Pass 12 Sep 2011 9,297 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 9,296 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 7,855 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 7 Sep 2010 7,855 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 5,771 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 3,597 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2008 3,594 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 1,413 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 204 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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J79 KAE is a 1991 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 1991 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 12,414 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 J79 KAE, 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 35 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 J79 KAE registered?

J79 KAE is a 1991 Honda City Express, first registered on 19 October 1991.

Is J79 KAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J79 KAE 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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