MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,956 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
battery needs charging or replacing.
front tyre perrished.
Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Honda City Express?
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P489 EEW is a 1997 Honda City Express in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
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 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 P489 EEW, 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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P489 EEW is a 1997 Honda City Express, first registered on 16 January 1997.
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