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L489 UNH

1994 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

23,144 mi
Last recorded23,144 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2006
Typical for 1994 Honda City Express12,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL489 UNH
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2006 23,144 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 7 Aug 2006 23,144 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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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L489 UNH is a 1994 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 12,446 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 L489 UNH, 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 32 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L489 UNH registered?

L489 UNH is a 1994 Honda City Express, first registered on 21 April 1994.

Is L489 UNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L489 UNH shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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