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R221 YAV

1997 Honda City Express

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,620 mi
Last recorded9,620 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda City Express13,907 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR221 YAV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2009 9,620 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 9,172 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 9,172 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 8,686 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 8,263 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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R221 YAV is a 1997 Honda City Express in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 R221 YAV, 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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How do I check the history of R221 YAV?

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What year was R221 YAV registered?

R221 YAV is a 1997 Honda City Express, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is R221 YAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R221 YAV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R221 YAV have outstanding finance?

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