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K102 BJA

1992 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,265 mi
Last recorded15,265 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 Honda City Express14,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK102 BJA
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 15,265 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 15,110 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 15,051 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 14,582 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 14,242 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 12,875 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 12,144 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 10,629 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 10,110 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 9,681 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 9,681 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 8,864 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 7,964 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 7,964 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 6,420 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 5,483 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 11 Jan 2011 5,124 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front tyre in poor condition

Pass 11 Jan 2011 5,124 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front tyre in poor condition

Pass 18 Jan 2010 4,922 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 4,769 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 4,588 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 4,307 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 4,307 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 4,113 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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K102 BJA is a 1992 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K102 BJA, 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 K102 BJA registered?

K102 BJA is a 1992 Honda City Express, first registered on 13 October 1992.

Is K102 BJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K102 BJA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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