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P489 EEW

1997 Honda City Express

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

25,956 mi
Last recorded25,956 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda City Express13,907 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP489 EEW
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 25,956 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 25,760 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 23,413 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 20,762 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 May 2015 19,343 miles

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.

Pass 8 Mar 2013 19,240 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 19,236 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 18,376 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 16,816 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 16,816 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 15,467 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 15,171 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 12,881 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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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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What year was P489 EEW registered?

P489 EEW is a 1997 Honda City Express, first registered on 16 January 1997.

Is P489 EEW safe to buy?

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