MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
22,574 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)
Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)
Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)
Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
How Reliable is the Honda City Express?
Based on 17,480 MOT tests across 2,913 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R249 PVN is a 1998 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 R249 PVN, 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 R249 PVN registered?
R249 PVN is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 22 June 1998.
Is R249 PVN safe to buy?
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