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L556 XNR

1993 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2023
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

24,796 mi
Last recorded24,796 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2022
Typical for 1993 Honda City Express14,261 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL556 XNR
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2022 24,796 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 24,796 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 24,796 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 24,796 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 24,796 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2018 24,796 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 24,796 miles

Front Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Plate brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2017 24,796 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 24,796 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 24,796 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 24,796 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 24,796 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 24,796 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 24,796 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 24,796 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 24,796 miles

Brake cable excessively corroded (3.2.A1b)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Plate brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.B2b)

Plate brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.B2a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Sep 2012 24,796 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 Sep 2012 24,796 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 23,502 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 21,335 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 21,335 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 19,121 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 19,121 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 16,972 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 16,972 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 14,604 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 12,153 miles

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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L556 XNR is a 1993 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 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 L556 XNR, 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 L556 XNR registered?

L556 XNR is a 1993 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L556 XNR safe to buy?

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