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N206 BJK

1996 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,941 mi
Last recorded38,941 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2011
Typical for 1996 Honda City Express12,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN206 BJK
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2011 38,941 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 37,173 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2010 37,173 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

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

Horn emits 2 or more alternating tones (1.7.3b)

Offside Rear Wheel damaged significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

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

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

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 7 Jan 2009 35,375 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 33,432 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 15 Jan 2008 33,432 miles

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 31,512 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 30,996 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 30,996 miles

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

Inner Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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N206 BJK is a 1996 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 12,378 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 N206 BJK, 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 30 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N206 BJK is a 1996 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 January 1996.

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