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R504 LVL

1998 Honda City Express

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

32,013 mi
Last recorded32,013 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR504 LVL
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 32,013 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 31,927 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 31,284 miles

centre stand loose but not insecure

Fail 21 Nov 2018 31,280 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

centre stand loose but not insecure

tyre pressures low prs

Pass 22 Nov 2017 30,621 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 29,927 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 29,180 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 28,460 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 27,705 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 27,268 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 26,565 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 25,943 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 24,917 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 22,890 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 22,881 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Inner Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2007 21,212 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 19,866 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 19,866 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2005 18,506 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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R504 LVL is a 1998 Honda City Express in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R504 LVL, 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 R504 LVL registered?

R504 LVL is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R504 LVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R504 LVL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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