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K689 SPV

1993 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

29,967 mi
Last recorded29,967 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda City Express14,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK689 SPV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 29,967 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 29,729 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2024 29,464 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 28,962 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 28,302 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 27,925 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 27,438 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 26,872 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 26,871 miles

All direction indicators not working on tickover with the brake applied. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 26,410 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 25,699 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 25,685 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 1 Nov 2014 25,685 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 28 Feb 2014 25,680 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

engine case damaged showing sharp edges

Pass 14 Mar 2013 25,556 miles

rear wheel corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2012 24,061 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 22,270 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 19,983 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 18,041 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 17,160 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 16,264 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 15,284 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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K689 SPV is a 1993 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1993 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 14,261 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 K689 SPV, 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 33 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K689 SPV registered?

K689 SPV is a 1993 Honda City Express, first registered on 15 February 1993.

Is K689 SPV safe to buy?

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