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N768 GCL

1996 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

24,686 mi
Last recorded24,686 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 1996 Honda City Express12,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN768 GCL
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 24,686 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 24,559 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 24,385 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 24,242 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 24,007 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 24,007 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 23,813 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 23,813 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2011 23,813 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 23,493 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 23,084 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 22,515 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 21,941 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 21,218 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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N768 GCL is a 1996 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 N768 GCL, 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 N768 GCL registered?

N768 GCL is a 1996 Honda City Express, first registered on 8 January 1996.

Is N768 GCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N768 GCL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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