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2001 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,216 mi
Last recorded44,216 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2009
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV51 KVW
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2009 44,216 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2007 40,296 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 34,124 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 34,124 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 30 Nov 2005 27,249 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 27,249 miles

Centre Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

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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KV51 KVW is a 2001 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 12,450 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 KV51 KVW, 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 25 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KV51 KVW registered?

KV51 KVW is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is KV51 KVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV51 KVW shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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