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R588 KPR

1997 Honda City Express

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,699 mi
Last recorded27,699 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda City Express13,907 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR588 KPR
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 27,699 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 27,699 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 27,899 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

centre stand badly worn

Fail 18 Jul 2012 27,699 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

centre stand badly worn

Pass 7 Jul 2011 27,699 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 27,415 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

rear tyre has perishing on side walls but not showing ply or cord.

Pass 11 Jul 2009 25,303 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 23,534 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 22,000 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 Jul 2007 22,000 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 20,280 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 20,280 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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R588 KPR is a 1997 Honda City Express in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 R588 KPR, 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 R588 KPR registered?

R588 KPR is a 1997 Honda City Express, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R588 KPR safe to buy?

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