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N695 VDV

1996 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

13,197 mi
Last recorded13,197 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda City Express12,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN695 VDV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 13,197 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 13,068 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 12,885 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 12,532 miles

Front tyre showing age related cracks in tread

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 12,256 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 11,456 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 11,171 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 11,035 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2016 11,035 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 10,832 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2015 10,832 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 10,613 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 Aug 2013 10,410 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 10,410 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 10,220 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 10,070 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 9,715 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 9,464 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 9,030 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 9,029 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 8,729 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 8,729 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 8,729 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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N695 VDV is a 1996 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 N695 VDV, 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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N695 VDV is a 1996 Honda City Express, first registered on 21 May 1996.

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