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N378 NPN

1996 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,859 mi
Last recorded17,859 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2007
Typical for 1996 Honda City Express12,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN378 NPN
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2007 17,859 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 17,859 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 17,007 miles

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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N378 NPN is a 1996 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 N378 NPN, 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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What year was N378 NPN registered?

N378 NPN is a 1996 Honda City Express, first registered on 22 April 1996.

Is N378 NPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N378 NPN shows 3 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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