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R359 CAC

1997 Honda City Express

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

4,435 mi
Last recorded4,435 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda City Express13,907 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR359 CAC
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 4,435 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose mount loose.

Nearside Front Mudguard insecure Broken mounting bolt ()

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2025 4,435 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose mount loose.

Nearside Front Mudguard insecure Broken mounting bolt ()

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 3,994 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 3,619 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 3,407 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 2,953 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 1,538 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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R359 CAC is a 1997 Honda City Express in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 R359 CAC, 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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What year was R359 CAC registered?

R359 CAC is a 1997 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R359 CAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R359 CAC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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