MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
18,827 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
front mudgard slightly damaged but not fouling
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Honda City Express?
Based on 17,480 MOT tests across 2,913 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P173 GPE is a 1996 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 P173 GPE, 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 P173 GPE registered?
P173 GPE is a 1996 Honda City Express, first registered on 25 October 1996.
Is P173 GPE safe to buy?
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