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KV02 VRU

2002 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

11,760 mi
Last recorded11,760 miles
Recorded on2 May 2012
Typical for 2002 Honda City Express12,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV02 VRU
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2012 11,760 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 10,783 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 10,514 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 10,514 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 9,380 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 9,380 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Rear Brake lever attachment screws missing (3.1.2b)

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 14 Jul 2006 9,142 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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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KV02 VRU is a 2002 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2002 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 12,051 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 KV02 VRU, 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 24 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV02 VRU registered?

KV02 VRU is a 2002 Honda City Express, first registered on 11 April 2002.

Is KV02 VRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV02 VRU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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