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R291 PDP

1998 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

6,813 mi
Last recorded6,813 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR291 PDP
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 6,813 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 6,739 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 6,732 miles

Both tyres more than 10 years old and starting to perish

Pass 10 Mar 2023 6,536 miles

Front Tyre more than 10 years old

Pass 7 Mar 2022 6,486 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 6,432 miles

Front tyre perishing

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

Rear tyre perishing

Pass 11 Mar 2020 6,357 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2020 6,357 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 6,279 miles

All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

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

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 6,230 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 6,178 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 6,108 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 6,083 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 6,048 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 6,048 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 5,991 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 5,707 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 5,855 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2010 5,810 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 5,149 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 5,154 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 2,396 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 2,326 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 2,326 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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R291 PDP is a 1998 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R291 PDP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R291 PDP registered?

R291 PDP is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R291 PDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R291 PDP shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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