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KY02 PWL

2002 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

26,107 mi
Last recorded26,107 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 Honda City Express12,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY02 PWL
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 26,107 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 27 Aug 2014 26,107 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Upper Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 22 Aug 2013 23,968 miles

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 23,968 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 21,759 miles

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 19,459 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 17,188 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 17,188 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Lower Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 14,975 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 14,975 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2008 12,943 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2007 12,022 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 10,888 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front 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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KY02 PWL is a 2002 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KY02 PWL, 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.

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KY02 PWL is a 2002 Honda City Express, first registered on 11 July 2002.

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