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R103 DRT

1998 Honda City Express

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

24,758 mi
Last recorded24,758 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR103 DRT
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2014 24,758 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 23,109 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 23,109 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 23,077 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 23,077 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 13 Oct 2011 22,746 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 22,746 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 22,321 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 21,603 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 20,728 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 19,550 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 17,976 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 17,976 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Nov 2005 16,264 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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R103 DRT is a 1998 Honda City Express in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 13,012 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 R103 DRT, 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 28 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R103 DRT registered?

R103 DRT is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R103 DRT safe to buy?

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