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P653 GVO

1997 Honda City Express

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

13,759 mi
Last recorded13,759 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda City Express13,907 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP653 GVO
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 13,759 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 13,668 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 13,165 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 13,138 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 13,148 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 12,798 miles

Central Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rusting frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension rear rusting n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced stand rusting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 12,595 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 12,027 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 1,136 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 1,136 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 10,554 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 8,888 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 7,975 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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P653 GVO 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 92.3%.

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 P653 GVO, 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 P653 GVO registered?

P653 GVO is a 1997 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P653 GVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P653 GVO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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