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R508 LKH

1998 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2013
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

34,599 mi
Last recorded34,599 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR508 LKH
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Dec 2013 34,599 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 34,262 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 30 Nov 2012 34,248 miles

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 31,562 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 31,562 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear suspension component excessively bent (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Dec 2010 28,772 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 28,772 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2009 24,542 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 23,554 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 23,554 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 21,150 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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R508 LKH is a 1998 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 R508 LKH, 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 R508 LKH registered?

R508 LKH is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is R508 LKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R508 LKH shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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