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R194 XRV

1998 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,029 mi
Last recorded25,029 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR194 XRV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2013 25,029 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 45,028 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 23,401 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 19,965 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 17,971 miles

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

Rear Gradient brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.D1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 16,714 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 16,659 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 16,455 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 16,259 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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R194 XRV is a 1998 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 R194 XRV, 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 R194 XRV registered?

R194 XRV is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 9 July 1998.

Is R194 XRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R194 XRV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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