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P714 RVF

1997 Honda City Express

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,350 mi
Last recorded23,350 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda City Express13,907 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP714 RVF
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2013 23,350 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2012 23,332 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 23,207 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 22,530 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 20,688 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 18,638 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2007 16,282 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2006 14,071 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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P714 RVF is a 1997 Honda City Express in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P714 RVF, 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 P714 RVF registered?

P714 RVF is a 1997 Honda City Express, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P714 RVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P714 RVF shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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