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P703 MRK

1996 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

23,267 mi
Last recorded23,267 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2009
Typical for 1996 Honda City Express12,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP703 MRK
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2009 23,267 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 23,267 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2008 17,043 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 17,043 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 10,718 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 10,718 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 17 Aug 2007 10,584 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 5,399 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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P703 MRK is a 1996 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 P703 MRK, 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 P703 MRK registered?

P703 MRK is a 1996 Honda City Express, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P703 MRK safe to buy?

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