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P315 CFC

1997 Honda City Express

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,238 mi
Last recorded9,238 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda City Express13,907 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP315 CFC
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2022 9,238 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 9,200 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 9,161 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 8,972 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 8,972 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2011 8,811 miles

front tyre slightly "perished" and shows minor cracking in side walls

Pass 17 Jun 2010 8,025 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 8,016 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 7,219 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 6,413 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 5,440 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 4,694 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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P315 CFC is a 1997 Honda City Express in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 13,907 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 P315 CFC, 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 29 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P315 CFC registered?

P315 CFC is a 1997 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P315 CFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P315 CFC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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