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R531 UOW

1997 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,231 mi
Last recorded38,231 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda City Express13,907 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR531 UOW
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 38,231 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 35,688 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 26,786 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 20,123 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 8,731 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 8,731 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front tyre pressure low

Pass 15 Sep 2010 6,541 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 6,541 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

offside rear shock absorber has oil on bottom

Pass 16 Sep 2009 4,194 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 4,190 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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R531 UOW is a 1997 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R531 UOW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R531 UOW registered?

R531 UOW is a 1997 Honda City Express, first registered on 13 August 1997.

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