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P866 SCL

1997 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

6,732 mi
Last recorded6,732 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda City Express13,907 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP866 SCL
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 6,732 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Damping reduced , gaitors fitted covering stanchion (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Apr 2021 6,726 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Mar 2021 6,725 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 6,125 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2019 6,119 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 5,186 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 2,254 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 25,981 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 25,430 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 24,945 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 24,919 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 24,744 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 22,993 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 21,497 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 19,604 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 17,515 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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P866 SCL is a 1997 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P866 SCL, 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 P866 SCL registered?

P866 SCL is a 1997 Honda City Express, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P866 SCL safe to buy?

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